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DL57 DXD

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

95,895 mi
Last recorded95,895 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL57 DXD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2017 95,895 miles

slight judder from front brakes

underbody generally rusty

Fail 13 Sep 2017 95,895 miles

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

slight judder from front brakes

underbody generally rusty

Pass 16 Sep 2016 92,035 miles

floors rusty

osf wishbone - rear bush seperating

Pass 2 Feb 2015 80,201 miles

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

o/s/f brake slighty binding

Fail 29 Jan 2015 80,036 miles

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

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

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

o/s/f brake slighty binding

Pass 28 Jan 2014 63,801 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 56,744 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 46,715 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2011 35,321 miles

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

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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DL57 DXD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DL57 DXD, 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 DL57 DXD registered?

DL57 DXD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is DL57 DXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL57 DXD shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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