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DA08 XYH

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

36,628 mi
Last recorded36,628 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 XYH
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2025 36,628 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2025 36,628 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 30,954 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 30,324 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2023 30,321 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 28,563 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 24,681 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 19,486 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 18,755 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 17,852 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear coil spring rusty

Fail 11 Jun 2018 17,852 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear coil spring rusty

Pass 22 May 2017 16,743 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 15,668 miles

nail in tyre o/s/f

Fail 3 Jun 2016 15,668 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nail in tyre o/s/f

Pass 16 Jun 2015 13,592 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 12,291 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 11,139 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 10,026 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 8,361 miles

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 XYH is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 XYH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DA08 XYH registered?

DA08 XYH is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is DA08 XYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA08 XYH shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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