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DG08 KWF

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

44,259 mi
Last recorded44,259 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 KWF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2024 44,259 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has slight play in top mount

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2023 43,938 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. wrong size fitted (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting behind axle mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mounting has slight play (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracks in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing age cracks in tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear tyre wrong way around inner /outer

Pass 14 Dec 2022 39,202 miles

light cracking to both rear tyre treads

Pass 3 Sep 2021 35,372 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 30,246 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 22,817 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 May 2019 22,817 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 18,095 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 15,682 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 15,151 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 14,058 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 13,138 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 12,114 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 11,062 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 9,365 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 KWF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 KWF, 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 KWF registered?

DG08 KWF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is DG08 KWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 KWF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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