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CK08 XZX

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

37,445 mi
Last recorded37,445 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK08 XZX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2020 37,445 miles

underside very rusty

Pass 27 Jun 2019 34,701 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2019 34,535 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 31,575 miles

Brake hose slightly damaged Corrosion in offside and nearside front brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Corrosion in centre and front exhaust sections

Cracking in offside and nearside rear tyre treads

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and nearside front subframe mountings panels (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2018 31,575 miles

Brake hose excessively damaged Excessive corrosion in offside and nearside rear brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Brake hose slightly damaged Corrosion in offside and nearside front brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Corrosion in centre and front exhaust sections

Cracking in offside and nearside rear tyre treads

Headlamp aim too high Offside and nearside (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Offside and nearside front subframe mountings panels (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 28,601 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 24,549 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 24,549 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2015 20,863 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 18,443 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2014 18,443 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 14,997 miles

wipers starting to split

Pass 27 Jun 2012 12,508 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 10,334 miles

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

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

discs dished slightly

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 XZX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XZX, 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 XZX registered?

CK08 XZX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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