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CK08 TSZ

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

65,838 mi
Last recorded65,838 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK08 TSZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2018 65,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing around outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

vehicle very corroded all over floorpan/inner wheel arch areas

Fail 26 Oct 2018 65,838 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing around outer edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

vehicle very corroded all over floorpan/inner wheel arch areas

Pass 31 Oct 2017 65,605 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 60,257 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

some rust in sills and underbody. some stiffness in steering.

Fail 2 Feb 2016 60,257 miles

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

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

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

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

some rust in sills and underbody. some stiffness in steering.

Pass 10 Feb 2015 51,585 miles

Corrosion to both inner sills near rear suspension mounts not considered excessive at present

Hand brake lever appears bent

Moisture inside headlight not affecting beam pattern

Pass 17 Feb 2014 40,124 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 40,124 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 33,524 miles

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

Rear Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 25 Mar 2013 33,524 miles

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

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

Rear Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 24,981 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 28 Mar 2012 24,981 miles

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

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Oil leak

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 16,335 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2011 16,335 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)

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 TSZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black 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 CK08 TSZ, 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 TSZ registered?

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

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