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DG08 TKN

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2015
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

36,769 mi
Last recorded36,769 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2014
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 TKN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2014 36,769 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 25,978 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/r tyre outer wall slightly perished

o/s/r tyre outer wall slightly perished

Fail 6 Feb 2013 25,978 miles

Nearside Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

n/s/r tyre outer wall slightly perished

o/s/r tyre outer wall slightly perished

Pass 28 Oct 2011 15,756 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 TKN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 TKN, 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 DG08 TKN registered?

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

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