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DA57 JFX

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

133,207 mi
Last recorded133,207 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA57 JFX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 133,207 miles

Both front brake pipes slightly corroded

Rear axle corroded

Fail 29 May 2026 133,206 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Both front brake pipes slightly corroded

Offside front brake has got very hot and cooked brake pads and disc

Rear axle corroded

Pass 20 May 2025 131,907 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 May 2025 131,906 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2024 125,236 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 7 Jan 2023 115,502 miles

Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 105,570 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2022 105,570 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2021 96,932 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 94,808 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 12 Jan 2019 83,979 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 74,468 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2018 74,468 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2017 66,982 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 59,624 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 59,624 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 54,631 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 48,212 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2013 41,025 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 36,117 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 32,106 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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DA57 JFX is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 DA57 JFX, 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 DA57 JFX registered?

DA57 JFX is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 15 January 2008.

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