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DA57 XEL

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,248 mi
Last recorded52,248 miles
Recorded on23 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA57 XEL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2019 52,248 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front o/s and n/s brake discs are worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both o/s and n/s vertical chassis subframe mound are corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security floor pan/inner sill corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Body panel slightly loose lower wing to sill is not fastened but the wing is still secure (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion to chassis let (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bushes in o/s and n/s of rear axle beam are wearing (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2018 48,139 miles

both main rear axle bushes starting to wear

n/s/f floor pan corroded

n/s/f tyre starting to crack and perish

n/s/r tyre getting low

o/s/f chassis leg corroded

Pass 1 Jun 2017 43,825 miles

damage behind rear bumper

rear exhaust hanger corroded

Fail 1 Jun 2017 43,825 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

damage behind rear bumper

rear exhaust hanger corroded

Pass 19 May 2016 38,599 miles

accident damage to rear behind bumper

both front bottom arms rear bushes starting to wear

rear exhaust hanger corroded

Fail 12 May 2016 38,586 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

accident damage to rear behind bumper

both front bottom arms rear bushes starting to wear

front brake discs corroded

front brake pads low

rear exhaust hanger corroded

Pass 5 Jun 2015 34,106 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 32,100 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 29,012 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 23,841 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 18,963 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 13,976 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 XEL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XEL, 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 XEL registered?

DA57 XEL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is DA57 XEL safe to buy?

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