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DG08 TLV

2008 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

72,327 mi
Last recorded72,327 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2020 72,327 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 2 Jul 2020 72,327 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Offside Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 68,942 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 59,569 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear wheel nut diffrent type

Fail 24 Nov 2016 59,569 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

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

Nearside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 54,207 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 47,771 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 41,074 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2014 41,074 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2013 34,927 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 30,860 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 26,962 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Apr 2011 26,962 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 TLV is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DG08 TLV, 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 DG08 TLV registered?

DG08 TLV is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is DG08 TLV safe to buy?

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