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DK08 WSX

2008 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,654 mi
Last recorded93,654 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 WSX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 93,654 miles

Both rear sills corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2024 90,031 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2024 90,031 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak back box (8.2.2.1 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 87,032 miles

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Rear reflector insecure both sides (4.8.1 (b) (i))

underbody and suspension components slightly corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2022 83,621 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2021 81,081 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 77,456 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 72,382 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 68,010 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 68,010 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2017 61,882 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 56,377 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 56,377 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 50,208 miles

offside rear tyre have poor structure

Fail 17 Mar 2015 50,208 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

offside rear tyre have poor structure

Fail 24 Mar 2014 45,872 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 45,872 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 30,035 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 25,326 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

cut in o/s/r tyre sidewall

underwing covers not fitted at time of test

wear on front disc

Pass 19 Mar 2011 21,150 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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DK08 WSX is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 DK08 WSX, 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 DK08 WSX registered?

DK08 WSX is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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