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DG57 SZX

2008 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

33,275 mi
Last recorded33,275 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG57 SZX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 33,275 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2025 25,678 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2024 24,166 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 23,768 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 23,189 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 22,774 miles

coolant leak

Pass 8 Jan 2020 22,350 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 21,033 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 19,938 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2018 19,938 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 18,277 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 17,404 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 15,801 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 14,057 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 12,100 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 9,874 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 7,525 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 SZX is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DG57 SZX, 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 DG57 SZX registered?

DG57 SZX is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 9 January 2008.

Is DG57 SZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG57 SZX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DG57 SZX have outstanding finance?

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