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DE08 TOV

2008 Ford Fiesta

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

175,716 mi
Last recorded175,716 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 TOV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 25 Jul 2024 175,716 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Track rod end modified such that the steering is adversely affected (2.1.3 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Axle insecure such that functionality is affected (5.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Incorrect wheel fitted to offside front requires attention. Can effect stability due to wider track on one side.

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component modified but not seriously weakened Front and rear. Requires attention. (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2023 175,669 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure requires clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

reverse light not working

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Non standard shockabsorbers and springs fitted

Non standard wheels fitted- fixing studs from hub do not appear long enough. Recommended action to be taken DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged ON LIMIT AT TIME OF TEST (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately n/s track rod end fitted (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Bushes worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2022 161,500 miles

Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened All suspension modified and lowered (5.3.1 (d) (i))

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

Interior rear view mirror missing

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Image poor will require attention soon (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Image poor will require attention soon (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Modified (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Non standard wheels fitted- fixing studs from hub do not appear long enough. Recommended action to be taken

Fail 18 Jan 2022 161,500 miles

Coil spring modified but not seriously weakened All suspension modified and lowered (5.3.1 (d) (i))

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

Interior rear view mirror missing

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Image poor will require attention soon (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Image poor will require attention soon (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose Modified (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Non standard wheels fitted- fixing studs from hub do not appear long enough. Recommended action to be taken

Pass 20 Jan 2021 148,158 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged misshapen (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides casings corroded (5.3.2 (b))

front tyres worn on edges

nearside front brake caliper anti rattle spring missing caliper still secure and performance not impaired

rear number plate lights dim/dirty

Fail 18 Jan 2021 148,158 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged misshapen (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both sides casings corroded (5.3.2 (b))

front tyres worn on edges

nearside front brake caliper anti rattle spring missing caliper still secure and performance not impaired

rear number plate lights dim/dirty

Pass 16 Nov 2019 135,041 miles

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

exhaust heat shield loose

minor exhaust leak rear exhaust

nearside front brake calliper anti rattle spring missing ( brake performance not affected )

rear shock absorber casings corroded

Pass 28 Nov 2018 101,502 miles

front brakes slightly jumpy in rollers

small hole in back box

Fail 27 Nov 2018 101,500 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

front brakes slightly jumpy in rollers

o/s/r tyre low

small hole in back box

Pass 10 Jun 2017 87,187 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 78,521 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside front tyre has cracks forming on the inner side wall

Pass 11 Jun 2015 68,968 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 59,526 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 50,574 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 42,766 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 33,753 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 TOV is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 DE08 TOV, 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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DE08 TOV is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 11 June 2008.

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