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A18 JDA

2008 Ford Fiesta

Grey Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

42,496 mi
Last recorded42,496 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 JDA
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 42,496 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 41,736 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 40,718 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 39,647 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2022 39,647 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 38,369 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2020 36,884 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 36,532 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2018 36,087 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 35,508 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 34,817 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 33,751 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 32,749 miles

n/s/r tyre cracking around tread

Pass 11 Nov 2013 31,924 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 28,518 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 7 Nov 2011 19,626 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta?

Based on 33,753,820 MOT tests across 2,828,392 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,828,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 959,538
Brake pipe excessively corroded 870,463
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 634,942
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 563,353
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 507,195
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A18 JDA is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in Grey with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 62,286 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 959,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A18 JDA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A18 JDA registered?

A18 JDA is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 15 November 2008.

Is A18 JDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 JDA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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