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2008 FORD FIESTA1.4L Petrol

AD08 ALU

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FORD FIESTA (2008, Petrol, 1388cc) — mileage recorded at 109,946. MOT status: valid. Road tax: not taxed. Check full history before buying.

MOT
Valid
Expires 01/04/2027
Tax
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Fuel
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
1388cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 2008 Ford Fiesta demonstrates a recent roadworthiness status of PASSED in the most recent MOT test on 2026-03-24 at 109,946 miles, though a prior test on 2026-03-23 at the same mileage resulted in a FAIL. This inconsistency suggests potential administrative error or repeated testing without remediation. No defects were recorded in either case, indicating the vehicle met baseline safety standards but may have had unresolved issues. The trend shows no clear improvement or deterioration, as the same mileage yielded conflicting outcomes. The vehicle’s recorded mileage of 109,946 miles at 18 years old equates to approximately 6,108 miles annually, a typical rate for its age. However, the MOT history includes entries with higher mileages (e.g., 158,339 miles in 2025) that predate the current reading, creating a chronological inconsistency. This may reflect data entry errors or misaligned test records. The lack of defects in all tests, despite the mileage fluctuations, suggests the vehicle has been maintained to meet legal requirements, though the irregularity in mileage tracking raises questions about the accuracy of the service history. A buyer should inspect the vehicle for common wear points in 2008 Fords, including suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake components, as these often degrade over time. The absence of recorded defects does not eliminate the need for a physical check, particularly for corrosion in underbody areas and the condition of exhaust emissions systems. The repeated testing at similar mileages also warrants scrutiny to ensure the vehicle’s mechanical integrity has not been compromised by unresolved issues.

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55
/ 100 · Below Average

Public record health check: Below Average.

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 16:56
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The 2008 Ford Fiesta demonstrates a recent roadworthiness status of PASSED in the most recent MOT test on 2026-03-24 at 109,946 miles, though a prior test on 2026-03-23 at the same mileage resulted in a FAIL. This inconsistency suggests potential administrative error or repeated testing without remediation. No defects were recorded in either case, indicating the vehicle met baseline safety standards but may have had unresolved issues. The trend shows no clear improvement or deterioration, as the same mileage yielded conflicting outcomes. The vehicle’s recorded mileage of 109,946 miles at 18 years old equates to approximately 6,108 miles annually, a typical rate for its age. However, the MOT history includes entries with higher mileages (e.g., 158,339 miles in 2025) that predate the current reading, creating a chronological inconsistency. This may reflect data entry errors or misaligned test records. The lack of defects in all tests, despite the mileage fluctuations, suggests the vehicle has been maintained to meet legal requirements, though the irregularity in mileage tracking raises questions about the accuracy of the service history. A buyer should inspect the vehicle for common wear points in 2008 Fords, including suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake components, as these often degrade over time. The absence of recorded defects does not eliminate the need for a physical check, particularly for corrosion in underbody areas and the condition of exhaust emissions systems. The repeated testing at similar mileages also warrants scrutiny to ensure the vehicle’s mechanical integrity has not been compromised by unresolved issues.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

This 2008 Ford Fiesta (AD08 ALU) has a recorded MOT history spanning from March 2025 to March 2026, with 5 MOT tests on record.

With 2 passes and 3 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 40%. Given the frequent MOT failures, it is worth checking if major repairs have been properly addressed.

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