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CK08 UWX

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

63,118 mi
Last recorded63,118 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2018 63,118 miles

Both rear inner sills rusted

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Nearside Rear quarter panel rusting around fuel filler

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive flexy hose mounting (3.3.A.2)

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

Offside Front beam image poor

Fail 19 Feb 2018 63,118 miles

Both rear inner sills rusted

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Nearside Rear quarter panel rusting around fuel filler

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive flexy hose mounting (3.3.A.2)

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

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

Offside Front beam image poor

Pass 27 Feb 2017 52,862 miles

innersills rusting

Fail 27 Feb 2017 52,861 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

innersills rusting

Pass 16 Mar 2016 43,899 miles

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

Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 35,448 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

n/s/f tyre wearing at outer edge

Fail 8 Apr 2014 25,543 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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 8 Apr 2014 25,543 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 15,515 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 6,598 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 2,088 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 UWX 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 UWX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CK08 UWX registered?

CK08 UWX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is CK08 UWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK08 UWX 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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