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CE08 XJY

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

32,865 mi
Last recorded32,865 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2019 32,865 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 27,225 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 20,438 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 15,343 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 14,102 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 12,748 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 12,748 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 6 Feb 2013 10,789 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Underside of vehicle corroding in several areas

Pass 6 Feb 2013 10,789 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Underside of vehicle corroding in several areas

Pass 27 Feb 2012 9,025 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 7,082 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 XJY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XJY, 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 XJY registered?

CE08 XJY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is CE08 XJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 XJY shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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