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DL57 LFE

2008 Ford Fiesta

Silver Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

155,917 mi
Last recorded155,917 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL57 LFE
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2016 155,917 miles

Nearside Rear tyre nail and close to limit

Fail 30 Jan 2016 155,917 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Stop lamp not working all (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear tyre nail and close to limit

Pass 28 Jan 2015 149,997 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 149,997 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 148,402 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2014 148,402 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 145,791 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 106,486 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 106,484 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2011 70,527 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2011 70,527 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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DL57 LFE is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 DL57 LFE, 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 DL57 LFE registered?

DL57 LFE is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is DL57 LFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL57 LFE shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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