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DE08 VXP

2008 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

119,287 mi
Last recorded119,287 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 VXP
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 119,287 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2024 111,254 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2024 111,254 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 101,512 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 91,630 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 81,482 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 78,634 miles

Coolant level low when presented for test

High level stop lamp inoperative.

Fail 23 Jul 2020 78,634 miles

Coolant level low when presented for test

High level stop lamp inoperative.

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 75,228 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil filter rusty.

Pass 28 Jul 2018 67,136 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside park brake performance just adequate.

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

Pass 11 Aug 2017 60,641 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 54,571 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 48,781 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2015 48,781 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2014 42,144 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 32,837 miles

exhaust rear mounting in poor condition.

Pass 31 Mar 2012 25,614 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 21,910 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 VXP is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VXP, 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 VXP registered?

DE08 VXP is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 6 June 2008.

Is DE08 VXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 VXP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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