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CU57 PJX

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,023 mi
Last recorded40,023 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU57 PJX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2024 40,023 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2024 40,023 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2023 39,262 miles

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

underside starting to corrode

Pass 22 Jan 2022 38,927 miles

under side of vehicle starting to corrode

Pass 29 Jan 2021 38,501 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2020 37,705 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 35,245 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2019 35,245 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2018 30,328 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 19,178 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 17,161 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 16,308 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 15,746 miles

Tyres - Tyres Structure - Cracks developing in treads of offside front and rear tyres. Tread Depth - reduced tread depth at edges of rear tyres

Pass 13 Nov 2012 14,604 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 13,691 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 12,943 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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CU57 PJX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 CU57 PJX, 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 CU57 PJX registered?

CU57 PJX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 February 2008.

Is CU57 PJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU57 PJX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CU57 PJX have outstanding finance?

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