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DF57 TXT

2008 Ford Fiesta

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

85,304 mi
Last recorded85,304 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF57 TXT
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 85,304 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2026 85,249 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 85,047 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2023 74,797 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 74,121 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 70,097 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 31 Mar 2021 66,570 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2020 64,770 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 60,115 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 54,843 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 51,826 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2016 46,104 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 42,679 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 38,572 miles

rear exhaust showing signs of corrosion

Pass 6 Mar 2013 33,193 miles

n/s rear tyre tread low 2-3mm

Pass 28 Feb 2012 29,096 miles

surface cracks on front tyre inner sidewalls

Pass 15 Mar 2011 23,877 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 17,495 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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DF57 TXT is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 DF57 TXT, 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 DF57 TXT registered?

DF57 TXT is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is DF57 TXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF57 TXT shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DF57 TXT have outstanding finance?

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