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DE08 WSZ

2008 Ford Fiesta

Blue Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2018
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

161,955 mi
Last recorded161,955 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 WSZ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 161,955 miles

Drivers seat back will not tilt forward.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Aug 2017 161,955 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Drivers seat will not tilt forward.

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 May 2016 150,067 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 150,066 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 8 May 2015 123,849 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 May 2015 123,849 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 May 2014 104,505 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 10 May 2013 84,083 miles

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

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

Fail 10 May 2013 84,083 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 4 May 2012 66,809 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 66,809 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 47,725 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 26 Apr 2011 47,725 miles

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

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 WSZ is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 WSZ, 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 WSZ registered?

DE08 WSZ is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is DE08 WSZ safe to buy?

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