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2008 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · BK08 AAV

BK08 AAV

2008 Ford Fiesta (1.2L, petrol). First registered 27 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 135,262 miles. MOT valid until 11 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin
2008 · Birmingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 11 May 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
Recorded Mileage
135,262 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 11 May 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Sept 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
1242cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent test on 12 May 2025 with 131,266 miles and no recorded defects. This clean result follows a failure on the same day, suggesting the previous owner addressed the necessary repairs immediately to maintain compliance. The trend indicates that any mechanical issues are likely related to easily rectifyable items such as blown bulbs or minor component adjustments, rather than a systemic failure of mechanical integrity or structural decay. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. Between April 2023 at 124,597 miles and May 2025 at 131,266 miles, the car covered roughly 6,600 miles. This relatively steady accumulation suggests the car is used regularly rather than sitting for long periods, which helps prevent rubber degradation and internal seizing of brake components. The intervals between tests remain regular, reflecting a consistent approach to keeping the vehicle within the legal annual testing framework. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the chassis and suspension components, as the MOT record does not explicitly rule out areas prone to hidden structural rust on older Ford Fiestas. While the digital history shows recent clean passes, the age of the vehicle warrants a close look at the sills and the condition of rubber bushings and shock absorbers. Given the mileage, checking the condition of the brake discs and the thickness of the tyres is advisable to ensure no significant wear is developing beyond the scope of a standard MOT inspection.
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BK08 AAV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2026
  • 135,262 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (7 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

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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BK08 AAV Mileage History

  1. 13/05/2024128,554 mi
  2. 12/05/2025131,266 mi+2,712 mi
  3. 12/05/2025131,266 mi
  4. 05/05/2026135,247 mi+3,981 mi
  5. 08/05/2026135,262 mi+15 mi

Average of roughly 3,378 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

BK08 AAV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 8 Oct 2026, 18:00
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 (BK08 AAV) between May 2024 and May 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 08 May 2026 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: Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 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 Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”; “Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”; “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.

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