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CE08 RFJ

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

109,626 mi
Last recorded109,626 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 RFJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 11 Apr 2022 109,626 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn nearside and offside (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe mounting bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded by brake hose (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge stepping / wearing on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Apr 2021 98,974 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 95,659 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 88,899 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 82,559 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 82,554 miles

Nearside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 76,229 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 18 Mar 2016 68,780 miles

Offside Rear tyre starting to perish

Fail 18 Mar 2016 68,780 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 13 Mar 2015 60,313 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 52,364 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 43,372 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 34,792 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

dent in tailgate

gearbox oil leak

o/s rear tyre cracking

wear both front tyres

Pass 16 Mar 2012 34,792 miles

dent in tailgate

gearbox oil leak

o/s rear tyre cracking

wear both front tyres

Pass 12 Mar 2011 26,017 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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CE08 RFJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red 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 RFJ, 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 RFJ registered?

CE08 RFJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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