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DN08 SKF

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

48,888 mi
Last recorded48,888 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN08 SKF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2018 48,888 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2018 48,886 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner w/arch (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2017 47,059 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush n/s and o/s (2.7.4)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion n/s and o/s (6.1.A.1)

engine light on

Fail 17 Nov 2017 47,029 miles

Nearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Lower Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush n/s and o/s (2.7.4)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion n/s and o/s (6.1.A.1)

engine light on

Pass 15 Nov 2016 44,046 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 42,411 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 41,472 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres perished

Fail 10 Jul 2015 41,472 miles

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 4 Jul 2014 33,866 miles

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

off side front lower suspension arm rear bush is deteriorated but no play found

Fail 3 Jul 2014 33,866 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

front inner brake pads getting low

off side front lower suspension arm rear bush is deteriorated but no play found

Pass 22 Jun 2013 26,063 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

brake service

Fail 16 Jun 2013 26,063 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

brake service

Pass 10 Jul 2012 19,263 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 14,809 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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DN08 SKF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 DN08 SKF, 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 DN08 SKF registered?

DN08 SKF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is DN08 SKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN08 SKF shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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