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CA57 XGZ

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

117,479 mi
Last recorded117,479 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA57 XGZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 117,479 miles

under body corroded (all)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 101,517 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 90,466 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 82,483 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 57,947 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2014 57,947 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 59,931 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 59,928 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 45,055 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 20 Jan 2012 45,055 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

discs worn thin & dished

Pass 21 Jan 2011 31,534 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Jan 2011 31,534 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front 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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CA57 XGZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red 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 CA57 XGZ, 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 CA57 XGZ registered?

CA57 XGZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is CA57 XGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA57 XGZ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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