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DE08 TVK

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

119,208 mi
Last recorded119,208 miles
Recorded on6 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 TVK
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2021 119,208 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2021 119,205 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin injector seals leaking (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 118,127 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2019 118,127 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 111,528 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 107,512 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2017 107,505 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2016 98,294 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Rear coil spring corroded both rear springs (2.4.C.1b)

bonnet stay insecure

drivers seat can not be released from its upright position

Pass 30 May 2015 83,873 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2014 70,085 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 70,085 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 57,011 miles

Handbrake could use adjustment

Fail 18 Jun 2013 57,011 miles

Handbrake could use adjustment

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 44,805 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 35,075 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 TVK is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 TVK, 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 DE08 TVK registered?

DE08 TVK is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 19 June 2008.

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