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DA57 PRX

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

84,312 mi
Last recorded84,312 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA57 PRX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2021 84,312 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2021 84,311 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill / rear axle mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 79,599 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES PERISHED IN TREADS.

Offside Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged GLASS CRACKED. (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 May 2019 79,596 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FRONT GSKT. BLOWN (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

BOTH REAR TYRES PERISHED IN TREADS.

Offside Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged GLASS CRACKED. (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 71,148 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 71,146 miles

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

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 62,800 miles

Nearside Front TYRE WORN ON OUTSIDE EDGE.

Pass 12 Oct 2015 56,081 miles

vehicle has oil leak

Fail 12 Oct 2015 56,080 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

vehicle has oil leak

Pass 23 Sep 2014 49,887 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 43,698 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 38,648 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 32,379 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 23,191 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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DA57 PRX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DA57 PRX, 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 DA57 PRX registered?

DA57 PRX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 January 2008.

Is DA57 PRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA57 PRX shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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