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DG58 TXY

2008 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

50,538 mi
Last recorded50,538 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG58 TXY
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 50,538 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2025 50,538 miles

Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. not folding. (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2024 46,328 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Rapid wear on inner. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Rapid wear on inner. (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Nov 2024 46,328 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded at rear to flexi hose. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi hose to wheel cylinder. (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Rapid wear on inner. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Rapid wear on inner. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported insecure / retaining clip snapped. (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2023 42,548 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 36,454 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge. !!! (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 26,940 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 22 Jan 2021 25,911 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) very worn ()

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 24,825 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 20 Dec 2018 23,156 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 20 Dec 2018 23,156 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Dec 2017 20,936 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 18,826 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play INNER RACK END (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre perished

Nearside Rear Tyre perished

Offside Rear Tyre perished

Pass 26 Nov 2015 16,977 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 14,767 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 11,806 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 9,862 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 7,556 miles

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 7,556 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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DG58 TXY is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 DG58 TXY, 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 DG58 TXY registered?

DG58 TXY is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is DG58 TXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG58 TXY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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