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CA08 WDZ

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,146 mi
Last recorded101,146 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 101,146 miles

Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland all four (2.5.B.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill areas. and n/s/r (2.4.A.3)

corrosion under wheel arch areas front and rear. floor and chassis areas

front brake dics worn .oil leak

Fail 19 Feb 2018 101,146 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings boot floor area (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. 155/70r13, others 165/60r14 (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland all four (2.5.B.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill areas. and n/s/r (2.4.A.3)

corrosion under wheel arch areas front and rear. floor and chassis areas

front brake dics worn .oil leak

Pass 20 Feb 2017 95,306 miles

rear tyres on 4mm, front brake discs corroded

Pass 24 May 2016 89,159 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 89,143 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing axle bush (2.5.A.1b)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive movement between a swivel joint and its housing axle bush (2.5.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 May 2015 78,361 miles
Fail 18 May 2015 78,338 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 19 May 2014 71,675 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 16 May 2014 71,665 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

o/s/r inner arch damaged

Pass 4 Apr 2013 67,752 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 61,758 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 50,384 miles

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

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 WDZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WDZ, 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 WDZ registered?

CA08 WDZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 August 2008.

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