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DA08 UHM

2008 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

104,737 mi
Last recorded104,737 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 UHM
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2021 104,737 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 99,916 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear brake pipe corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust front flexi joint deteriorated

Fail 3 Mar 2020 99,916 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear brake pipe corroded at rear (1.1.11 (c))

exhaust front flexi joint deteriorated

Pass 25 Mar 2019 93,425 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 93,424 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 88,353 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 82,318 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 74,008 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 64,621 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 55,172 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 45,070 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Jun 2012 34,553 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 25,876 miles

brake discs slightly worn

nearside front wheel buckled

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta?

Based on 33,753,820 MOT tests across 2,828,392 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,828,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 959,538
Brake pipe excessively corroded 870,463
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 634,942
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 563,353
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 507,195
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DA08 UHM is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 62,286 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 959,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DA08 UHM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DA08 UHM registered?

DA08 UHM is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is DA08 UHM safe to buy?

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