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AX08 KXS

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

52,179 mi
Last recorded52,179 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 KXS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 52,179 miles

Offside sill, next to drivers door is corroded and holed but not within 30cm of any structural strength or seatbelt anchorages

Fail 26 Apr 2019 52,069 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside sill, next to drivers door is corroded and holed but not within 30cm of any structural strength or seatbelt anchorages

Pass 4 May 2018 46,731 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 46,555 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 43,951 miles

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

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

general corrosion to both inner and outer sills

Fail 2 May 2017 43,949 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

general corrosion to both inner and outer sills

Pass 9 May 2016 42,067 miles

both outer sills rusty

Pass 13 May 2015 39,838 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 37,425 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 34,728 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 28,585 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 21,867 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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AX08 KXS is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AX08 KXS, 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 AX08 KXS registered?

AX08 KXS is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 July 2008.

Is AX08 KXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX08 KXS shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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