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AO08 SVD

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,728 mi
Last recorded32,728 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 SVD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 32,728 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2025 32,728 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 31,197 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 30,020 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

o/s/r sill becoming weak with corrosion

Pass 1 Apr 2022 28,536 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Mar 2022 28,536 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 26,773 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 26,152 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 25,323 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 25,323 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 23,734 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 21,488 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 19,029 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 17,122 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 15,456 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 12,875 miles

front aframe bushs slightly unbonded

Pass 22 Mar 2012 10,711 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 8,289 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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AO08 SVD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 AO08 SVD, 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 AO08 SVD registered?

AO08 SVD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AO08 SVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 SVD shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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