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DE08 RGU

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

92,741 mi
Last recorded92,741 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 RGU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2020 92,741 miles
Pass 27 May 2019 69,399 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 59,302 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 50,131 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.4mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 May 2016 39,535 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.9mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2015 32,954 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 29,309 miles

Rear bumper insecure

slight noise from offside driveshaft bearing

Pass 11 May 2013 26,276 miles
Fail 12 May 2012 23,900 miles

Access panel cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

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

Pass 12 May 2012 23,900 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 22,104 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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DE08 RGU is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DE08 RGU, 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 DE08 RGU registered?

DE08 RGU is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is DE08 RGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 RGU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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