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CA08 ABX

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

90,373 mi
Last recorded90,373 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 ABX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2017 90,373 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis leg (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner and outer sill panels (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner and outer sill panels (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion all chassis (6.1.A.1)

Fail 13 Oct 2017 90,373 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis leg (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner and outer sill panels (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner and outer sill panels (6.1.A.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported rubber detached (7.1.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion all chassis (6.1.A.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 85,353 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 79,377 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 70,089 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2014 70,085 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 17 Aug 2013 60,208 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 46,702 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 31,227 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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CA08 ABX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CA08 ABX, 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 CA08 ABX registered?

CA08 ABX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 July 2008.

Is CA08 ABX safe to buy?

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