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DG08 KVF

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,843 mi
Last recorded127,843 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 KVF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 127,843 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2019 127,843 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2017 119,646 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (5.2.6)

Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bushes (2.4.G.2)

fuel filter poor

Pass 2 Mar 2016 115,735 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2015 109,078 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 109,078 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 106,275 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 99,068 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 81,756 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 61,218 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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DG08 KVF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 DG08 KVF, 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 DG08 KVF registered?

DG08 KVF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is DG08 KVF safe to buy?

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