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AX57 DDO

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

60,213 mi
Last recorded60,213 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX57 DDO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Fail 14 Apr 2026 60,213 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 58,570 miles

Body corrosion

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Suspension components generally corroded

Pass 26 Mar 2024 56,790 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Mar 2024 56,790 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 52,925 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022 42,696 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2021 32,850 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 32,646 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 32,034 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2019 32,034 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 30,634 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 29,820 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 28,905 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 27,342 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 26,326 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 25,274 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 23,954 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 18,991 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 12 Jan 2011 18,990 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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AX57 DDO 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 78.9%.

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 AX57 DDO, 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 AX57 DDO registered?

AX57 DDO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 January 2008.

Is AX57 DDO safe to buy?

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