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DG57 SZT

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,681 mi
Last recorded89,681 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG57 SZT
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2019 89,681 miles

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

Front Bumper not fully secure just passed needs repair

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 28 Aug 2019 89,672 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Bumper not fully secure just passed needs repair

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 73,425 miles

Offside front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

Fail 13 Aug 2018 73,416 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure backrest insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine management light on

Offside Front wiper blade slightly insecure and smears

Offside front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 31 Jul 2017 62,300 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 52,142 miles

N/S H/LIGHT MOUNT BROKEN [NO MOVEMENT]

N/S/R TYRE WORN CLOSE TO LIMIT

O/S/F SHOCK DAMP

Fail 25 Jul 2015 48,739 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s/r tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 25 Jul 2015 48,739 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

o/s/r tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Jul 2014 42,193 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 45,192 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 41,821 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 32,757 miles

advise rear high level brake light disconnected

Fail 6 Dec 2012 32,785 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2011 26,521 miles

nearside headlamp bracket snapped

Pass 16 Mar 2011 21,222 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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DG57 SZT is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DG57 SZT, 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 DG57 SZT registered?

DG57 SZT is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 10 January 2008.

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