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DK08 WLD

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

76,323 mi
Last recorded76,323 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 WLD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 76,323 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 72,587 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 68,873 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 68,872 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 6 Oct 2017 67,143 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 67,142 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 60,601 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 60,596 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 49,771 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 43,230 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2015 43,230 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Coolant leak

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 38,191 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 32,184 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 32,183 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 26,295 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2012 26,294 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 21,807 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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DK08 WLD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 DK08 WLD, 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 DK08 WLD registered?

DK08 WLD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DK08 WLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 WLD shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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