2008 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Diesel · FN08 AXS

The 2008 Ford Fiesta’s most recent MOT test on 16 September 2025—just 10 months ago at 131,032 miles—confirms it remains roadworthy with no defects recorded. The absence of advisories or repeated failures in the past two tests (March 2022 and January 2021) suggests a stable maintenance pattern, though the clustered failures in early 2022—two back-to-back MOTs at nearly identical mileages (114,038 and 114,211)—raise curiosity about whether the vehicle was temporarily out of service or subjected to minor pre-test adjustments. The lack of structural or safety-critical advisories in the latest test implies no immediate cause for alarm, but the irregularity of the 2022 failures warrants closer scrutiny of components prone to wear at this mileage. The recorded mileage progression of 7,280 miles annually is typical for a vehicle of this age, though the gap between the January 2021 and March 2022 tests—just 12 months but with 3,900 miles accumulated—indicates either seasonal usage patterns or a period of reduced driving. The rapid accumulation of 1,174 miles between the two 2022 failures (114,038 to 114,211) is unusual and could imply either a temporary storage period or a rushed pre-test servicing. No advisories in the 2021 or 2025 tests suggest no major deferred maintenance, but the clustering of failures in early 2022 hints at potential neglect of consumables or minor servicing oversights. Given the vehicle’s age and mileage, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension system—particularly the rear coil springs and bushes, which often degrade around this range—and the brake calipers and discs for uneven wear or binding. The repeated failures in early 2022, though not repeated in later tests, suggest past issues with brake efficiency or tyre pressure monitoring, so verifying current tyre tread depth and valve stems is essential. Structural integrity should also be checked, especially around the wheel arches and sills, where corrosion can compromise the chassis at this age. The absence of advisories in the latest test does not guarantee no hidden issues, so a thorough mechanical assessment remains advisable.