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CA08 EUP

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

72,952 mi
Last recorded72,952 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 EUP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2017 72,952 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2017 72,952 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2016 63,260 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 58,687 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 50,560 miles

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

Fail 3 Jan 2015 50,560 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 May 2014 38,733 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 32,772 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 30,182 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 27,480 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 27,480 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 EUP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 EUP, 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

How do I check the history of CA08 EUP?

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What year was CA08 EUP registered?

CA08 EUP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is CA08 EUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 EUP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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