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CK08 WTC

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

80,326 mi
Last recorded80,326 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK08 WTC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Sep 2020 80,326 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive behind both front wheels (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 77,687 miles

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2019 77,677 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both rear bushes (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 73,710 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 18 Sep 2017 70,267 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 68,721 miles

both rear shock absorber top mountings worn

corrosion forming around fuel cap area

corrosion forming on outer sills at rear nearside and offside

Pass 9 Dec 2014 67,461 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2013 66,178 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 17 Dec 2013 66,178 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Jan 2013 64,507 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 59,529 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 50,913 miles

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

o/s/f tyre perishing

some wear to front discs

Fail 28 Jun 2011 50,913 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

o/s/f tyre perishing

some wear to front discs

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 WTC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WTC, 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 WTC registered?

CK08 WTC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 June 2008.

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