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CA57 XTM

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2019
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

77,536 mi
Last recorded77,536 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA57 XTM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 18 Jul 2019 77,536 miles

Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced x member holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner flitch holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassiss holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to sill holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill holed and corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 74,429 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges 165/65/13 (5.2.3 (e))

slight corrosion to front inner flitches

Fail 17 Jul 2018 74,345 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165/65/13 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges 165/65/13 (5.2.3 (e))

slight corrosion to front inner flitches

Pass 21 Jul 2017 71,257 miles

under body corrosion

Fail 21 Jul 2017 71,257 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings seat mount holed and corroded (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill holed and corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings seat mount holed and corroded (6.1.B.2)

under body corrosion

Pass 29 Jul 2016 68,722 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 68,722 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 31 Jul 2015 65,397 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

corrosion around fuel filler cap

front wipers split

underside corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2015 65,397 miles

underside corroded

Oil leak

corrosion around fuel filler cap

front wipers split

Pass 24 Jul 2014 62,553 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Spare tyre defective

Fail 24 Jul 2014 62,553 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 1 Aug 2013 57,701 miles

Both rear tyres have surface cracks but not down to tyre make-up

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Spare tyre defective

Fail 1 Aug 2013 57,701 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Both rear tyres have surface cracks but not down to tyre make-up

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 30 Jul 2012 49,896 miles

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

Spare tyre defective

Pass 8 Aug 2011 41,071 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 33,910 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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CA57 XTM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 XTM, 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 CA57 XTM registered?

CA57 XTM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is CA57 XTM safe to buy?

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