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CV08 RNJ

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

63,937 mi
Last recorded63,937 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 RNJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 1 Apr 2021 63,937 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

corrosion in various places

rear number plate deteriated

Pass 25 Mar 2020 50,993 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 40,731 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2019 40,728 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flex section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 31,451 miles

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Apr 2018 31,451 miles

Nearside Front Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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 6 Mar 2017 22,711 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded on steering rack (2.3.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 6 Mar 2017 22,711 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded axle (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded (2.4.G.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded on steering rack (2.3.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2016 20,290 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 17,759 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 14,952 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 12,443 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2013 12,443 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2012 9,896 miles

all 4 tyres are deteriorated on the sidewall

Fail 28 Mar 2012 9,896 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

all 4 tyres are deteriorated on the sidewall

Pass 21 Mar 2011 7,109 miles

all tyres deteriorated on sidewalls

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 RNJ 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 62.5%.

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 CV08 RNJ, 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 RNJ registered?

CV08 RNJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is CV08 RNJ safe to buy?

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