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DG08 TLU

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

57,649 mi
Last recorded57,649 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2023 57,649 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2023 57,645 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Closure plate/ inner sill by o/s/r axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 55,752 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2.0mm on inner tread 165/65R13 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Jan 2022 55,732 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to 2.0mm on inner tread 165/65R13 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 53,383 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Jan 2021 53,303 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 50,936 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 47,994 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 45,088 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 45,088 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 41,585 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 37,235 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2014 33,466 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 33,466 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 30,816 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 30,816 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 26 Jul 2012 27,455 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 27,455 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 18,770 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 TLU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 TLU, 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 TLU registered?

DG08 TLU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 June 2008.

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