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AG08 CWU

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

44,084 mi
Last recorded44,084 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG08 CWU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2017 44,084 miles

Both front wiper blades deteriorated

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

Fail 2 Jun 2017 44,083 miles

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

Both front wiper blades deteriorated

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 38,316 miles

Front lower arm`s bushes separated

Front shocks top mounts have a lot of play

Fail 2 Jun 2016 38,316 miles

Front lower arm`s bushes separated

Front shocks top mounts have a lot of play

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.8.B.1)

Fail 4 Jun 2015 32,192 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2015 32,192 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 28,778 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011

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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AG08 CWU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 AG08 CWU, 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 AG08 CWU registered?

AG08 CWU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AG08 CWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG08 CWU shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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