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DE08 TKA

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

33,672 mi
Last recorded33,672 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 TKA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2022 33,672 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 29,846 miles

Offside Front Mudguard insecure ()

oil filter damaged

Fail 7 Dec 2021 29,846 miles

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

Offside Front Mudguard insecure ()

oil filter damaged

Pass 13 Oct 2020 25,094 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 25,094 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 23,366 miles

Both rear inner sills slight corrosion

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 21,830 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 20,370 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 18,627 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2016 18,626 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2015 16,734 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 29 Apr 2014 14,932 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 12,669 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 10,635 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 8,407 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 TKA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TKA, 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 TKA registered?

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

Is DE08 TKA safe to buy?

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