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CK08 FPU

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

70,735 mi
Last recorded70,735 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK08 FPU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 70,735 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2017 70,735 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165/65/13 (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 63,275 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 63,273 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165/65/13 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 57,547 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2015 57,547 miles

Nearside Front Inner Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2014 57,478 miles

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

gear box / driveshaft oil seal leakink

Pass 14 Aug 2013 56,720 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 49,032 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2012 31,708 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 16,680 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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CK08 FPU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 CK08 FPU, 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 CK08 FPU registered?

CK08 FPU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is CK08 FPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK08 FPU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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