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CE08 XVS

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

64,419 mi
Last recorded64,419 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE08 XVS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2017 64,419 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)

underside and petrol cap area showing corrosion

Fail 18 Mar 2017 64,419 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both (4.1.E.1)

underside and petrol cap area showing corrosion

Pass 30 Mar 2016 58,417 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 48,663 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 37,340 miles

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

both rear tyre walls cracked

Fail 18 Mar 2014 37,389 miles

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

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

both rear tyre walls cracked

Pass 25 Mar 2013 31,479 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 25,998 miles

osf lower arm bush starting to split

Pass 31 Mar 2011 21,496 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 XVS is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XVS, 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 XVS registered?

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

Is CE08 XVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE08 XVS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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