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DG08 CHO

2008 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

130,197 mi
Last recorded130,197 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 CHO
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 130,197 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2025 127,384 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Coolant leak looks like radiator

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer /perished / pressure low (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 28 Jul 2025 127,384 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear ( rear section ) (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Coolant leak looks like radiator

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on outer /perished / pressure low (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 123,008 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 119,739 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2023 119,739 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 116,841 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH N-S-R AND O-S-R (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 113,594 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 103,149 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2019 98,970 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 90,220 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2018 90,220 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jun 2017 87,620 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 87,620 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 71,371 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 67,872 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 64,067 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2013 56,728 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 49,838 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 39,730 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 CHO is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CHO, 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 CHO registered?

DG08 CHO is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is DG08 CHO safe to buy?

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