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AF08 ZTL

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

49,834 mi
Last recorded49,834 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 ZTL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2018 49,834 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2018 49,750 miles

Nearside Front Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill. (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 44,052 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Apr 2017 44,052 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 38,427 miles

Exhaust brackets corroded

Hand brake cables outer casing corroded

Offside front headlight aim slightly low

Pass 20 Apr 2015 34,818 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 31,138 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s & o/s outer sills corroded slightly

Pass 24 Apr 2013 24,952 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 24,952 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 15,018 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2011 14,189 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Nov 2011 14,189 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 11,651 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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AF08 ZTL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AF08 ZTL, 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 AF08 ZTL registered?

AF08 ZTL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is AF08 ZTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 ZTL shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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