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CE08 FWV

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Sep 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

40,253 mi
Last recorded40,253 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 FWV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2020 40,253 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 39,514 miles

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

Fail 31 Jul 2019 39,514 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper shock mounting, in boot (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 38,426 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 36,953 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 36,953 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 35,570 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2016 35,570 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 35,063 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rails and floor pans (2.4.A.3)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounts and inner wings (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner and outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Fail 1 Jun 2016 35,063 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan x2 (5.2.6)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rails and floor pans (2.4.A.3)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounts and inner wings (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner and outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Jun 2015 30,731 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 26,055 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear tyres both walls perished

various surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 7 Jun 2013 21,827 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jun 2013 21,827 miles

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

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 16,157 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 11,030 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

small crack in front no.plate

Fail 3 Mar 2011 11,030 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

discs worn

small crack in front no.plate

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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CE08 FWV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 CE08 FWV, 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 CE08 FWV registered?

CE08 FWV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is CE08 FWV safe to buy?

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