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CV08 RJO

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,522 mi
Last recorded20,522 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 RJO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2021 20,522 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Underside starting to corrode

Wipers smearing screen

Pass 28 Oct 2020 13,417 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2020 13,417 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2019 8,258 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 8,139 miles

Front brake discs surface corrosion

both front inner arches corrosion

Pass 9 Apr 2018 8,035 miles

Front BOTH INNER ARCHES SURFACE CORROSION

Pass 15 Feb 2017 7,652 miles

Front near and off side inner wings some corrosion

Fail 15 Feb 2017 7,652 miles

Front near and off side inner wings some corrosion

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2016 7,189 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 6,580 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 6,159 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 5,415 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 4,504 miles

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

Fail 21 Feb 2012 4,504 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 3,500 miles

Front Discs slightly scored and pitted

N/S/R light lens cracked

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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CV08 RJO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 CV08 RJO, 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 CV08 RJO registered?

CV08 RJO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is CV08 RJO safe to buy?

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