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AP08 FRF

2008 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

71,013 mi
Last recorded71,013 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 FRF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Fail 19 Apr 2024 71,013 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Seat Mountain (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Wheel Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Wheel Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Both Rear Axle Bushes Unbonded

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2023 68,515 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Axle Bush Started to Unbond

Nearside Rear Inner Sill Rusty & Weak

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Sill Rusty & Weak

Offside Rear Inner Sill Rusty & Weak

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear Axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 65,433 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face,s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Apr 2022 65,433 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face,s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 62,482 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2020 61,128 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 1 Apr 2020 61,128 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 56,475 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 56,475 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 49,728 miles

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall is slightly cracked.

Fail 18 Apr 2018 49,725 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside front tyre outer sidewall is slightly cracked.

Pass 6 Apr 2017 48,605 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 48,605 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 47,784 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 46,641 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 45,128 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 41,622 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2013 41,622 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 34,570 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2011 25,179 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 25,179 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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AP08 FRF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 AP08 FRF, 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 AP08 FRF registered?

AP08 FRF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is AP08 FRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 FRF shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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