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CE08 XJX

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

52,389 mi
Last recorded52,389 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2017 52,389 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s rear wishbone bushes (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 40,938 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 35,914 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 34,534 miles

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

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

offside and nearside rear tyres cracking on side walls

Fail 29 Jan 2014 34,534 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

offside and nearside rear tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 30 Jan 2013 32,169 miles

Suggest check front pads

Fail 24 Jan 2013 32,096 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Suggest check front pads

Pass 13 Jan 2012 29,458 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 24,432 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 XJX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XJX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CE08 XJX registered?

CE08 XJX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 March 2008.

Is CE08 XJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 XJX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CE08 XJX have outstanding finance?

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