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CP08 RGX

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

41,786 mi
Last recorded41,786 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 RGX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 41,786 miles

Central Front number plate cracked

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

Nearside Rear fuel filla pipe slightly corroded

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated

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

Offside Rear slight corrosion to chassis, by exhaust bracket

Fail 3 May 2018 41,786 miles

Central Front number plate cracked

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

Nearside Rear fuel filla pipe slightly corroded

Nearside Rear tyre deteriorated

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb in wrong way (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear slight corrosion to chassis, by exhaust bracket

Pass 3 May 2017 38,860 miles
Fail 3 May 2017 38,860 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 10 May 2016 34,787 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 31,127 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 27,787 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 27,787 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 23,572 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 23,572 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2012 21,023 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 15,461 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 15,461 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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CP08 RGX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 CP08 RGX, 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 CP08 RGX registered?

CP08 RGX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 June 2008.

Is CP08 RGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP08 RGX shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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