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DE08 SWZ

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,736 mi
Last recorded103,736 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 SWZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 23 Oct 2020 103,736 miles

Nearside Floor excessively deteriorated centre floor to sill (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated floor to sill (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated sill back to floor (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch around fuel filler cap (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated floor to sill (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Floor excessively deteriorated outer sill (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 102,952 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2019 102,947 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 102,472 miles

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

Nearside Rear around fuel filler inner wing getting weak due to corrosion

Offside Rear bumper support bracket corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2017 99,367 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2017 99,367 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill back (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 87,939 miles

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

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

power assisted steering pipes showing corrosion

Pass 23 Apr 2015 76,271 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 24 Apr 2014 63,170 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 49,304 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 36,019 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 24,124 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 SWZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DE08 SWZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DE08 SWZ registered?

DE08 SWZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is DE08 SWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 SWZ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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