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DG58 UVL

2008 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

102,951 mi
Last recorded102,951 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG58 UVL
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 102,951 miles

corrosion to under side

head light lenses faded

corrosion to fuel pipes

corrosion to subframe

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

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

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

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

Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2024 98,369 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

corrosion to underside of vehicle/suspension components

front top strut mounting nuts corroding

Fail 25 Sep 2024 98,369 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe connected to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

corrosion to underside of vehicle/suspension components

front top strut mounting nuts corroding

Pass 26 Sep 2023 90,548 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2023 90,548 miles

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

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 80,240 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 76,501 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2021 76,501 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 70,333 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 70,333 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2019 65,449 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 65,449 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 62,385 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 53,234 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2017 53,234 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 51,027 miles

Nearside headlamp beam pattern deteriorated

Offside Front seat-locked in upright posistion

Offside headlamp beam pattern deteriorated

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

engine cover fitted

exhaust heat shield insecure

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2015 49,280 miles

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

high level brake light permanently disconnected

Fail 19 Sep 2015 49,280 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

high level brake light permanently disconnected

Fail 20 Sep 2014 44,235 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

central brake lamp covered

dvrs seat locked in upright position

tested in wet conditions

Pass 20 Sep 2014 44,235 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

central brake lamp covered

dvrs seat locked in upright position

tested in wet conditions

Pass 24 Sep 2013 34,125 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 27,312 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 20,111 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 UVL is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 DG58 UVL, 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 UVL registered?

DG58 UVL is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is DG58 UVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG58 UVL shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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