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CA08 CXN

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

32,972 mi
Last recorded32,972 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2023 32,972 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both front lower arm rear bushes worn

surface corrosion to both front subframe turrets

Fail 1 Aug 2023 32,969 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both front lower arm rear bushes worn

o/s/f tyre on legal limit in places

surface corrosion to both front subframe turrets

Pass 27 Jun 2022 29,859 miles

corrosion to both front subframe turrets

rear exhaust mounting area heavily corroded

slight corrosion to both rear inner wheel arches

Fail 24 Jun 2022 29,853 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill / floor area near (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

corrosion to both front subframe turrets

rear exhaust mounting area heavily corroded

slight corrosion to both rear inner wheel arches

Pass 2 Jun 2021 27,889 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Jun 2021 27,885 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill welding must be continuos (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill welding must be continuous (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 27,100 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 26,189 miles

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

SURFACE CORROSION FRONT BRAKE DISCS

SURFACE CORROSION SILLS, BENCH , FRONT BED MOUNTS & UNDER SILLS

Pass 19 Mar 2018 25,882 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Mar 2018 25,852 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 25,285 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive pillar (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive pillar (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 May 2016 24,638 miles

Nearside Front suspension pillar corroded

Offside Front suspension pillar corroded

Pass 14 Apr 2015 23,911 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2014 23,105 miles

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

unable to visually inspect inner front brake pads

Pass 10 May 2013 21,217 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Pass 4 May 2012 18,461 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 15,485 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 CXN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 CXN, 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 CA08 CXN registered?

CA08 CXN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 May 2008.

Is CA08 CXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 CXN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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