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At a glance
This 2023 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1496cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 14,574 miles on the clock at the last MOT. Common Ford Fiesta issues include front wheel bearings and steering column.
MOT & Mileage History for BA08 MEN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 14,574 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Mileage consistency | Unknown |
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Reported issues for this Ford Fiesta
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Fiesta models (2017–2023), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Front wheel bearings
Insufficient sealant on driveshaft splines allows water ingress, causing bearings to crack and fail prematurely.[1] · Typical repair: £150-£300 per side (bearing + labour at indie garage, estimated).
Steering column (universal intermediate shaft bushings)
Poor-quality bushings in the sealed steering column wear out, causing play and noise.[4] · Typical repair: £400-£700 (full column replacement at indie).
Horn wiring in steering wheel
Faulty wiring chafes, shorting intermittently.[1] · Typical repair: £80-£150 (rewire/insulate at indie, estimated).
Gear selection (5MX65 5-speed manual gearbox linkage)
Worn selector mechanism or cable adjustment fails, preventing 1st/reverse engagement.[1] · Typical repair: £200-£400 (linkage adjust/replace at indie).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BA08 MEN |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1496cc |
| Year | 2023 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BA — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About BA08 MEN
What car is BA08 MEN?
BA08 MEN is a green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1496cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2023.
What is the mileage of BA08 MEN?
The last recorded mileage for BA08 MEN was 14,574 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BA08 MEN passed its MOT?
BA08 MEN has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Feb 2026.
Is BA08 MEN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BA08 MEN is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BA08 MEN?
BA08 MEN is approximately 3 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.