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CE08 XKP

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,415 mi
Last recorded40,415 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 XKP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2019 40,415 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

coolant level low

corrosion in multiple places on vehicle structure

Fail 8 Mar 2019 40,407 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury headlamp (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (2 places) (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill at rear axle fixing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working wiper stalk snapped (3.4 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

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

coolant level low

corrosion in multiple places on vehicle structure

Pass 9 Mar 2018 31,558 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 9 Mar 2018 31,558 miles

Anti-lock braking system component missing (3.4.2)

Headlamp not working on dipped beam both front (1.7.5a)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 8 Feb 2017 21,106 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 21,106 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 18,879 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 16,273 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 14,227 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 12,018 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 9,582 miles

all four 4 tyres side walls cracking

Pass 11 Mar 2011 7,444 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 XKP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XKP, 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 XKP registered?

CE08 XKP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is CE08 XKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 XKP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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