2008 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Diesel · EK08 AAJ

The vehicle presents in a roadworthy state with a remarkably stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT test conducted on 28 March 2026 at 173,288 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets all safety and emissions standards. This follows a period of clean passes in 2025 and 2023, suggesting that the current ownership phase is proactive in addressing potential mechanical issues before they result in a test failure. At 18 years old, the recorded 173,288 miles average to approximately 9,600 miles per annum, which aligns with typical UK usage for a small city car. The data shows a significant increase in activity between March 2023 and March 2025, where the vehicle covered over 6,,000 miles in two years. However, the mileage accumulation has moderated since, with roughly 15,000 miles covered between the 2025 and 2026 tests. The single failure on 25 March 2024 at 152,649 miles was immediately followed by a pass on the same day, implying a minor component replacement or adjustment was made on-site rather than a systemic mechanical failure. Despite the lack of recurring advisories in the recent digital record, the high mileage and age necessitate a physical inspection of wear-related components. A buyer should specifically examine the structural integrity of the rear wheel arches and sills, as these often perish on this generation of Fiesta regardless of mechanical history. The suspension system, including bushes and coil springs, should be checked for signs of perished rubber or leaking shock absorbers. Given the mileage, verifying the brake system for binding calipers and checking the thickness of the discs is also essential to ensure the vehicle remains as reliable as the MOT history suggests.