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CE08 XLT

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

81,316 mi
Last recorded81,316 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 81,316 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Under side of vehicle heavily corroded

Pass 13 Sep 2021 77,334 miles

Under side of vehicle heavily corroded

Fail 11 Sep 2021 77,330 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill holed in 2 places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Under side of vehicle heavily corroded

Pass 19 Sep 2020 71,120 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view Sun strip (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 65,752 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Upper Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2019 65,721 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction Air freshner hanging from mirror. (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive Drive shaft seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Upper Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 57,921 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread at 3mm. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tread at 3mm. Wear on inside. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 49,469 miles

both rear tyres with cracks on outer tread

Pass 29 Sep 2016 45,759 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Sep 2016 45,609 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 33,566 miles

all tyres with cracks but not down to cords

Pass 6 Oct 2014 19,417 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 17,317 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2013 17,317 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 17,094 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 16,293 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 15,171 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 XLT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 XLT, 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 XLT registered?

CE08 XLT is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is CE08 XLT safe to buy?

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