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AF08 ZZN

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

89,151 mi
Last recorded89,151 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 ZZN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 89,151 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2023 85,515 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2022 82,151 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2021 78,977 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 76,647 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2019 70,856 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 67,342 miles

osf wishbone bush starting to seperate

Fail 19 Apr 2018 67,339 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

osf wishbone bush starting to seperate

Fail 5 Mar 2018 67,024 miles

Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush O/S AND N/S TRAILING ARM BUSH AND PIN. (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings O/S REAR NEAR TRAILING ARM MOUNTINGS (6.1.B.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 60,471 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 60,471 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam O/S AND N/S . NEW BULBS FITTED (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 53,912 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 48,370 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 48,370 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 42,936 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 34,730 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 34,596 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2012 34,596 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 29,784 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 ZZN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 AF08 ZZN, 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

How do I check the history of AF08 ZZN?

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What year was AF08 ZZN registered?

AF08 ZZN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AF08 ZZN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 ZZN shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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