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AM08 UWB

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,275 mi
Last recorded37,275 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2015
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 UWB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2015 37,275 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 31,443 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Offside rear tyre perished

Pass 26 Jun 2013 27,750 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 27,333 miles

Advise slight corrosion to underside rear and fuel tank.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 22 Mar 2013 27,333 miles

Advise slight corrosion to underside rear and fuel tank.

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 24,273 miles

Centre Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Exhaust system has general corrosion throughout

Fuel tank is starting to corrode

Offside rear tyre sidewall is cracking

Slight oil leak from gearbox

Pass 31 Mar 2011 21,041 miles

advised osf tyre getting low

advised osr tyre cracking sidewall

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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AM08 UWB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AM08 UWB, 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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What year was AM08 UWB registered?

AM08 UWB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is AM08 UWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 UWB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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