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DA08 UKW

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

59,369 mi
Last recorded59,369 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 UKW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2021 59,369 miles

Both suspension top mountings have play

Pass 28 Jul 2020 54,738 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 54,738 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2019 52,691 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 52,691 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 52,056 miles

Coolant leak thermostat housing ***** ()

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

chassis corroded

fuel funnel surround corroded from inner side

Fail 23 Oct 2018 52,056 miles

Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Coolant leak thermostat housing ***** ()

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

chassis corroded

fuel funnel surround corroded from inner side

Pass 27 Oct 2017 49,105 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2016 45,674 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2016 45,674 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 42,010 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 37,327 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 37,327 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 31,111 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 25,028 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 25,028 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 19,872 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 UKW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 UKW, 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 UKW registered?

DA08 UKW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 August 2008.

Is DA08 UKW safe to buy?

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