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DH08 UDS

2008 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDH08 UDS
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2025

Central Front Sub-Frame Corroded

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 10 Apr 2021 73,030 miles

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

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2020 68,682 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 24 Jan 2020 68,675 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 63,837 miles

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2019 63,837 miles

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant from water pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 54,265 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 47,547 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 46,202 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 45,812 miles

nearside front tyre has cut. no cords showing

Pass 7 Feb 2014 44,765 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2014 44,765 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 9 Feb 2013 38,122 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2013 38,122 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2012 34,892 miles

n/s mirror damaged

Pass 28 Apr 2011 21,848 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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DH08 UDS is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DH08 UDS, 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 DH08 UDS registered?

DH08 UDS is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is DH08 UDS safe to buy?

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