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CE08 FXD

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

62,540 mi
Last recorded62,540 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Nov 2021 62,540 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 59,685 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 56,237 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 51,492 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2018 51,492 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Nov 2017 47,706 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Off side and near side, worn on the edges (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Off side and near side (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Off side and near side (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Nov 2017 47,706 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Off side and near side, front bushs (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported Off side front brake hose bracket not connected to strut (3.6.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear coil spring broken Off side and near side (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Off side and near side, worn on the edges (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Off side and near side (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Off side and near side (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 42,290 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2015 40,113 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 36,466 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 30,871 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 26,965 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 23,694 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 20,403 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 20,403 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 FXD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 CE08 FXD, 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 FXD registered?

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

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