2008 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · DG08 ABN
2008 Ford Fiesta (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 50,566 miles. MOT expired on 18 Mar 2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- FORD FIESTA
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 18 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,566 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DG08 ABN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/03/2025
- 50,566 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DG08 ABN MOT History
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 (DG08 ABN) between March 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 07 March 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: Tyres (10 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 34 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: “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened *D bush clamp/housing* (5.3.3 (b”; “Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))”.
DG08 ABN Mileage History
- 15/03/202346,993 mi
- 16/03/202346,993 mi
- 19/03/202449,010 mi+2,017 mi
- 07/03/202550,566 mi+1,556 mi
- 07/03/202550,566 mi
Average of roughly 1,805 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
This 2008 Ford Fiesta presents a remarkably low-mileage opportunity for buyers seeking a straightforward petrol hatchback. While it has recorded recent test failures, clean passes followed immediately on the same day, suggesting administrative or minor rectification issues rather than systemic mechanical neglect.
When inspecting this 2008 Ford Fiesta, you should request the full paper service history and check the physical certificates for the 2023 and 2025 tests to understand why the initial failures occurred on March 15, 2023, and March 7, 2025. Given that both failures were cleared with passes on the exact same day, verify whether these were minor lighting adjustments, wiper replacements, or administrative errors that were swiftly resolved. Negotiate based on the completeness of its service documentation and the general cosmetic condition of the black bodywork, ensuring all switches, electronics, and manual mechanical controls operate as intended.
Be mindful of common Ford Fiesta weak points highlighted by national aggregate data, specifically inspecting the headlamps, tyres, and suspension arms during your test drive. Listen closely for any knocking or clunking noises from the front suspension over potholes or speed bumps, and check the tyre tread depth and manufacture dates across all four corners. A thorough pre-purchase inspection will help confirm that no underlying issues are masked by the otherwise clean recent test passes.
Equipped with a 1388cc petrol engine, this Fiesta sits in a competitive insurance group for younger or urban drivers, though exact premiums will vary based on your postcode and driving history. Fuel economy should prove reasonable for a petrol hatchback of this era, particularly given the low annual mileage footprint.
Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) will apply based on its March 2008 registration date and emissions band. Maintenance costs are generally kept manageable due to the abundance of aftermarket and OEM parts available for the Ford Fiesta platform, though routine servicing items like oil changes, brake pads, and suspension components should be budgeted for annually.
Pay close attention to the areas highlighted by national model failure statistics: headlamps, tyres, and suspension arms. Inspect the front lighting units for moisture ingress, cloudiness, or misaligned beams. Check the tyres for even wear patterns, cuts, bulges, and adequate tread depth well above the UK legal minimum.
Examine the suspension components, particularly the front suspension arms, anti-roll bar links, and springs for signs of corrosion, wear, or damaged rubber bushings. Given the dual test entries in 2023 and 2025, verify whether any previous advisory notes were issued prior to those test dates and inspect the underbody for structural corrosion typical of a 2008 vehicle.
First registered in March 2008 and finished in black, this 1.38-litre petrol Ford Fiesta has covered just 50,566 miles by March 2025. Its MOT history shows tests recorded in 2023, 2024, and 2025, with same-day failure and pass sequences in both 2023 and 2025 where no specific defect notes were captured. Compared to the national model average pass rate of 77.4% across 1.5 million vehicles, this example's recent testing pattern requires careful verification of historical advisories and rectification work.
The Ford Fiesta is generally robust, though aggregate data shows frequent test failures relating to headlamps, tyres, and suspension arms.
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