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DA08 TMX

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

45,725 mi
Last recorded45,725 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 TMX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2019 45,725 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2019 45,723 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2018 42,130 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 42,129 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Oct 2017 41,016 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 41,014 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Nearside and Offside tyres cracking

Nearside Rear Tyre cracking

Pass 19 Sep 2016 37,095 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 35,493 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 17 Jun 2015 35,493 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 33,607 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2014 33,607 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 31,729 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2013 31,683 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 15 Jun 2012 29,065 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 26,151 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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DA08 TMX 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 60%.

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 DA08 TMX, 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 DA08 TMX registered?

DA08 TMX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is DA08 TMX safe to buy?

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