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AN08 ERV

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

82,942 mi
Last recorded82,942 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAN08 ERV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Fail 13 Jan 2021 82,942 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor corroded as marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

exhaust badly corroded

Pass 28 Jan 2020 80,979 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 76,075 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 71,803 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 71,791 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sub frame mounting point (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 67,479 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 61,864 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 56,538 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 51,548 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 46,761 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 42,440 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 41,242 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Fail 27 Jun 2011 41,242 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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AN08 ERV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AN08 ERV, 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 AN08 ERV registered?

AN08 ERV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AN08 ERV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AN08 ERV shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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