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AD08 TGZ

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

74,316 mi
Last recorded74,316 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD08 TGZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2020 74,316 miles

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2019 66,552 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2019 66,552 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 54,902 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 51,666 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 48,045 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 43,113 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 38,546 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 33,749 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 29,017 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 23,627 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Ka?

Based on 8,818,307 MOT tests across 675,715 vehicles.

69.1%
Pass Rate
4,496
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
675,715
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 404,005
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 371,413
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 361,801
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 270,876
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 263,812
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AD08 TGZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2008 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 41,756 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Ka fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 404,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD08 TGZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Ka typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Ka is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD08 TGZ registered?

AD08 TGZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is AD08 TGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD08 TGZ shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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