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CE08 XKX

2008 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

53,026 mi
Last recorded53,026 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 XKX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2021 53,026 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced side sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced side sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced side sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 31 Mar 2021 52,874 miles

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Chassis above back box bracket (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all around chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 46,837 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2020 46,811 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative does not light up when working (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 41,084 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 38,211 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 34,193 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2017 34,193 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 31,331 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 31,331 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Mar 2015 27,975 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 27,975 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 24,814 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 24,814 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 21,891 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 18,525 miles

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

corrosion starting in both front chassis legs

Pass 23 Mar 2011 14,853 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 XKX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 XKX, 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 XKX registered?

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

Is CE08 XKX safe to buy?

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