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AK08 AJV

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,407 mi
Last recorded29,407 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK08 AJV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2018 29,407 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 27,256 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 25,354 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 23,357 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 23,357 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 20,938 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 18,738 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 42,311 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2012 15,602 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel tyre retaining ring butting and is displaced from its seating (4.2.B.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 13,449 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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AK08 AJV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AK08 AJV, 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 AK08 AJV registered?

AK08 AJV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is AK08 AJV safe to buy?

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