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DK08 WNH

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2020
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

88,281 mi
Last recorded88,281 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK08 WNH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Fail 1 Oct 2020 88,281 miles

Exhaust system insecure Centre exhaust mounting snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill badly corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Low on tread and cracking (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged Cords exposed and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Just okay at time of test (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower suspension arms rear bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small chip in zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 84,497 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes separating slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Mar 2019 84,493 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system rigid brake pipe along inner sill (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear bushes separating slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 82,702 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 26 Mar 2018 82,702 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 82,626 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 82,626 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 81,373 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 79,795 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 77,353 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 77,353 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 72,912 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 60,891 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2012 60,891 miles

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

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2011 45,775 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 45,775 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 WNH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 WNH, 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 DK08 WNH registered?

DK08 WNH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is DK08 WNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK08 WNH shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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