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DE08 EFM

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Apr 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

26,734 mi
Last recorded26,734 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 EFM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 26,734 miles

Rear Tyres perishing slightly

Pass 5 Apr 2016 23,185 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement large bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 20,078 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 16,825 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 13,754 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 13,752 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 10,840 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Mar 2012 10,840 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Mar 2011 8,420 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 8,420 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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DE08 EFM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DE08 EFM, 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 DE08 EFM registered?

DE08 EFM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is DE08 EFM safe to buy?

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