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AP08 UXN

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

51,761 mi
Last recorded51,761 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2018 51,761 miles

Excessive Underside Corrosion Concurrent With Vehicle Age

Interior Mirror Missing

Nearside Front Bumper Insecure

Fail 8 Oct 2018 51,761 miles

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

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cracked To Cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cracked To Cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Excessive Underside Corrosion Concurrent With Vehicle Age

Interior Mirror Missing

Nearside Front Bumper Insecure

Pass 14 Aug 2017 48,330 miles

Both rear tyres cracked

Nearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 26 Jul 2016 43,438 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 38,394 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

rear tyres cracking

Pass 4 Aug 2015 38,394 miles

rear tyres cracking

Pass 13 Aug 2014 32,903 miles

rear tyres starting to crack on tread

Fail 12 Aug 2014 32,903 miles

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

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

rear tyres starting to crack on tread

Pass 12 Aug 2013 27,611 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Aug 2013 27,611 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 21,861 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 16,226 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake didcs starting to corrode

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 UXN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 UXN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP08 UXN registered?

AP08 UXN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 August 2008.

Is AP08 UXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 UXN shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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