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DG08 BDE

2008 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

89,880 mi
Last recorded89,880 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 BDE
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 89,880 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2026 89,880 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2025 84,575 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 10 Feb 2024 77,796 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Feb 2023 71,156 miles

Both Front Tyres 3mm and perished slightly

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 12 Feb 2022 63,981 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Feb 2021 56,908 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 51,593 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 44,253 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 44,252 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 35,893 miles

both front tyres showing slight wear on inner edge

Pass 1 Mar 2017 26,790 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 5 Mar 2016 15,131 miles

Nearside Rear tyre outer wall damaged

Pass 18 Feb 2015 7,939 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 7,323 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 6,480 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 5,306 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2011 3,910 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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DG08 BDE is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DG08 BDE, 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

How do I check the history of DG08 BDE?

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What year was DG08 BDE registered?

DG08 BDE is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is DG08 BDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 BDE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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