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CE08 XJW

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

110,632 mi
Last recorded110,632 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 XJW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2017 110,632 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 110,632 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2016 102,852 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 102,852 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 11 Mar 2015 92,582 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 92,582 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 79,509 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 19 Mar 2014 79,509 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 25 Mar 2013 67,225 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 25 Mar 2013 67,225 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 14 Mar 2012 55,570 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 44,821 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 XJW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 CE08 XJW, 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 XJW registered?

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

Is CE08 XJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 XJW shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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