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DG08 TKK

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

68,918 mi
Last recorded68,918 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 TKK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 11 Jul 2019 68,918 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Offside Front tyre worn edges

Offside Rear chassis corroded, above exhaust

Pass 12 Jul 2018 67,223 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2018 67,223 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 64,432 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 58,400 miles

coolant below min mark

Fail 16 Jun 2016 58,400 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

coolant below min mark

Pass 4 Jun 2015 51,913 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 29 May 2014 47,756 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 May 2013 41,093 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2012 32,768 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2011 21,744 miles

Both front brake disc's display slight wear

Right hand front wishbone rear bush starting to split

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 TKK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 TKK, 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 TKK registered?

DG08 TKK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 April 2008.

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