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2008 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · CE08 ACJ

CE08 ACJ

2008 Ford Fiesta (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 47,397 miles. MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin
2008 · Cardiff
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 17 Nov 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
Recorded Mileage
47,397 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 17 Nov 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Apr 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2008
Engine
1242cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status following a period of mechanical inconsistency. The most recent inspection on 18 November 2025 at 47,397 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the mechanical issues causing previous failures have been successfully addressed. While the history shows a pattern of immediate rectification after failures, the subsequent clean passes suggest the car is currently maintained to a functional operational standard. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an 18-year-old Fiesta, averaging approximately 2,633 miles per year. Data shows a significant gap in usage between March 2024 and February 2025, where the vehicle covered 4,825 miles in nearly eleven months, followed by another 6,498 miles in the following nine months. This low annual mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but long periods of standing often increase the risk of rubber perish, brake fluid degradation, and surface corrosion on the braking system. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the specific components that triggered the failures in 2024 and 2025, although the provided record does not list the specific fault codes. The recurring nature of failing and then passing within 24 hours suggests issues related to easily rectified items such as light bulbs, wipers, or minor fluid leaks. Given the age and low mileage, a thorough check of the chassis for structural rust in the sills and wing arches is essential, as these areas suffer from time-related decay regardless of miles driven.

CE08 ACJ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 18/11/2025
  • 47,397 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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CE08 ACJ Mileage History

  1. 21/03/202435,074 mi
  2. 22/03/202435,074 mi
  3. 11/02/202540,899 mi+5,825 mi
  4. 12/02/202540,899 mi
  5. 18/11/202547,397 mi+6,498 mi

Average of roughly 7,412 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

CE08 ACJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Sept 2026, 16:36
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Ford Fiesta (CE08 ACJ) between March 2024 and November 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 18 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 19 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ”; “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.

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