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AU08 XTD

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

41,484 mi
Last recorded41,484 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 XTD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2020 41,484 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

o/s track rod end nut not pinned

slight under body corrosion including rear inner sills and front inner wing and front floor

Pass 9 Mar 2018 39,014 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 38,922 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner wheel arch (6.1.B.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported bracket broken (7.1.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin ft discs also worn (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 33,981 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 30,120 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 26,862 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2014 22,861 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 18,362 miles

fuel filter corroded

Pass 12 Mar 2012 14,592 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 11,079 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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AU08 XTD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 AU08 XTD, 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 AU08 XTD registered?

AU08 XTD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AU08 XTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 XTD shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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