The road tax status for FA08 GAO is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for FA08 GAO?

The MOT for FA08 GAO is valid and due for renewal on or before 2 August 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of FA08 GAO?

The recorded mileage for FA08 GAO is 72,765 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is FA08 GAO ULEZ compliant?

Yes, FA08 GAO (FORD FIESTA) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2008 Ford Fiesta 1.6L Petrol · FA08 GAO

FA08 GAO

2008 Ford Fiesta (1.6L, petrol). First registered 31/12/2008. Recorded mileage 72,765 miles. MOT valid until 02/08/2027.

Make & Model: FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin: 2008 · Nottingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 02/08/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 72,765 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 02/08/2027

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Mileage: 72,765 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2008
Engine: 1596cc

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FA08 GAO Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 17/07/2026
72,765 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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FA08 GAO Mileage History

19/07/202363,035 mi
19/07/202463,059 mi+24 mi
14/07/202566,019 mi+2,960 mi
10/07/202672,677 mi+6,658 mi
17/07/202672,765 mi+88 mi

Average of roughly 3,249 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

FA08 GAO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Sept 2026, 09:26

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Ford Fiesta (FA08 GAO) between July 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 17 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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

In total 1 advisory notice is 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: “Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longe”; “Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer”; “Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))”.

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