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AP08 UWW

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

12,261 mi
Last recorded12,261 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 12,261 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2024 11,940 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 11,487 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 11,058 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 10,600 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 10,095 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 9,522 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 8,703 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 7,843 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 7,843 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 6,924 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 6,058 miles

brake fluid contaminated

Pass 24 Jul 2014 5,193 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 4,315 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 4,314 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2012 3,314 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 2,336 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 UWW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 AP08 UWW, 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 UWW registered?

AP08 UWW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is AP08 UWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 UWW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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