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AE08 SWR

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

53,150 mi
Last recorded53,150 miles
Recorded on29 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE08 SWR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2021 53,150 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 52,642 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2020 52,642 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2019 52,614 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 52,295 miles

both wipers poor

Pass 20 May 2017 52,291 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 May 2017 52,289 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 May 2016 48,455 miles

both front wipers poor

sat nav removed from screen prior to test

Fail 7 May 2016 48,455 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear tyre appears low in pressure

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Rear tyre slightly out of shape

both front wipers poor

sat nav removed from screen prior to test

Fail 23 May 2015 42,086 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s/r tyre appears low in pressure

n/s/r tyre perished

n/s/r tyre slighty out of shape

Pass 23 May 2015 42,086 miles

n/s/r tyre appears low in pressure

n/s/r tyre perished

n/s/r tyre slighty out of shape

Pass 24 May 2014 36,168 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 23,151 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 12 May 2012 14,440 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 10,197 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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AE08 SWR is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 AE08 SWR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE08 SWR registered?

AE08 SWR is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AE08 SWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE08 SWR shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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