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CE08 XKT

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

87,249 mi
Last recorded87,249 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Fail 24 Apr 2019 87,249 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Steamed up (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner chassis and sub frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 75,968 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill front and rear (5.2.6)

Fail 18 Apr 2018 75,966 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill rear and centre (5.2.6)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill front and rear (5.2.6)

Pass 2 May 2017 61,678 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 61,673 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2016 57,178 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

corrosion on nearside rear quarter panel around fuel filler

heavy surface corrosion to offside & nearside front inner wings

Fail 27 Feb 2016 57,012 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

corrosion on nearside rear quarter panel around fuel filler

heavy surface corrosion to offside & nearside front inner wings

Pass 27 Feb 2015 48,835 miles

Coolant leak

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 27 Feb 2015 48,835 miles

Coolant leak

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2014 40,563 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 26 Feb 2014 40,563 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 33,021 miles

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

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s number plate light dim

Pass 15 Feb 2012 25,811 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 19,566 miles

advise coolant level on minimum

advise oil top-up required

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 XKT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 XKT, 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 XKT registered?

CE08 XKT is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 March 2008.

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