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DA57 JTX

2008 Ford Fiesta

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

145,517 mi
Last recorded145,517 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA57 JTX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 145,517 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2024 137,275 miles

Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Upper spring seats on body, both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Sep 2024 137,275 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Upper spring seats on body, both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 127,919 miles

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

Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened Both rear upper spring seats (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2022 120,095 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 107,238 miles

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2020 95,607 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Sep 2020 95,607 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2019 84,730 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2019 84,730 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Oct 2018 74,240 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 68,212 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 43,116 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 41,002 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 37,794 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 37,417 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 33,065 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 28,610 miles

cracks in o/s/r tyre tread

Pass 14 Oct 2011 24,039 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 21,458 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 JTX is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 JTX, 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 JTX registered?

DA57 JTX is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 10 January 2008.

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