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DF08 VFO

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,024 mi
Last recorded37,024 miles
Recorded on30 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 VFO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2018 37,024 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 37,024 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2017 35,208 miles

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

nearside & offside rear tyre outer edges splitting

Pass 26 May 2016 32,619 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 30,850 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 27,490 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2013 25,377 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2012 22,843 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 19,361 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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DF08 VFO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 DF08 VFO, 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 DF08 VFO registered?

DF08 VFO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is DF08 VFO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF08 VFO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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