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DA08 XYN

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

90,449 mi
Last recorded90,449 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 22 May 2026 90,449 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Back (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 13 Jun 2025 89,283 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2025 89,283 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2024 85,355 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 82,753 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 78,910 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2022 78,910 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2021 74,546 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 72,412 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2020 72,412 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 68,446 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 64,091 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 59,356 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 54,255 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 54,255 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 22 Jun 2015 49,262 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 49,262 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 43,292 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 37,314 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2012 30,151 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 30,151 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 20,437 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 XYN is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XYN, 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 XYN registered?

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

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