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DG08 CHC

2008 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

102,106 mi
Last recorded102,106 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 CHC
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2023 102,106 miles

Headlamp reflector slightly defective offside and nearside reflectors cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Manufacturers engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Pass 15 Sep 2022 97,467 miles

Manufacturers engine and body/sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components

Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2021 92,461 miles

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened many suspension parts corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 87,763 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2019 82,893 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2019 82,892 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 75,352 miles

Gearbox mounting defective gear box mount ( dog bone) ()

Pass 2 Nov 2017 70,245 miles

Oil leak from engine ()

Pass 11 Nov 2016 63,950 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 58,782 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 53,664 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 46,536 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 40,123 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 28,684 miles

o/s/f tyre ha s cut on the inside wall

Fail 11 Nov 2011 28,683 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

o/s/f tyre ha s cut on the inside wall

Pass 23 May 2011 27,391 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 CHC is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 CHC, 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 DG08 CHC registered?

DG08 CHC is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is DG08 CHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 CHC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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