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A20 NHX

2008 Ford Fiesta

White Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

150,698 mi
Last recorded150,698 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Fiesta62,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 NHX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 150,698 miles

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both in poor condition (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Deep cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 148,655 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 142,244 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 126,561 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2021 126,493 miles

Exhaust fumes entering cabin injector blow-by (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Upper Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Central Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources 1 of 2 (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

engine misfiring

Pass 7 Jan 2020 120,761 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 120,751 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 117,488 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 108,131 miles

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 14 Dec 2016 100,966 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 87,224 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2015 64,906 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 51,002 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 43,371 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 34,404 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 24,549 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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A20 NHX is a 2008 Ford Fiesta in White with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 A20 NHX, 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 A20 NHX registered?

A20 NHX is a 2008 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is A20 NHX safe to buy?

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