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AP08 MMJ

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

65,903 mi
Last recorded65,903 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 MMJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 65,903 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view B Zone (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2024 65,903 miles

Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view B Zone (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 64,617 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view B Zone (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2022 62,527 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 1 Mar 2022 62,526 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced back panel floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2022 62,510 miles

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced the rear of o/s chassis corroded/holed near exhaust mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting n/s and o/s front chassis / front bed mount corroded / holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting o/s rear inner arch / chassis holed and bumper mount not connected (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s split (3.4 (b) (ii))

body panel supporting fuel filler neck corroded

o/s front inner arch/chassis corroded but no holes

Pass 12 Jan 2021 55,320 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 55,082 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2019 45,730 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 37,007 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 36,976 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 31,840 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 31,381 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 31,381 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2015 29,964 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 26,704 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 22,954 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 17,704 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 12,197 miles

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

Offside 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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AP08 MMJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 MMJ, 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 MMJ registered?

AP08 MMJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AP08 MMJ safe to buy?

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