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AJ57 UGG

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

98,279 mi
Last recorded98,279 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ57 UGG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 17 May 2018 98,279 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded axle mounting (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Rear Stop lamp not working x 2 (1.2.1b)

E M L light on

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive quarter panel around fuel filler neck (5.2.6)

Pass 6 Jun 2017 81,399 miles

Both axle bushes slightly worn

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

Offside Rear brake noisy

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

Fail 6 Jun 2017 81,399 miles

Both axle bushes slightly worn

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear brake noisy

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 73,550 miles

Front brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 25 Jun 2015 72,545 miles

Engine management light on,front bottom wishbones required shortly

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 72,545 miles

Engine management light on,front bottom wishbones required shortly

Pass 30 Jun 2014 60,402 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2014 60,402 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 53,697 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 46,086 miles

Front discs & pads required shortly.

Fail 15 Dec 2010 38,551 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2010 38,551 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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AJ57 UGG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 AJ57 UGG, 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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AJ57 UGG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 January 2008.

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