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DN08 WLC

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

106,063 mi
Last recorded106,063 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN08 WLC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2021 106,063 miles

Central Front Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken exhaust system corroded front to back (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 102,686 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 93,390 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner car chassy has surface corrosion

Fail 11 Apr 2019 93,386 miles

Front Upper Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Inner car chassy has surface corrosion

Pass 10 Apr 2018 82,360 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 71,364 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 60,518 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2016 60,270 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 17 Apr 2015 48,589 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 48,589 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 36,417 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 28,730 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 28,730 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 26 May 2012 18,619 miles

Slight wear nearside rear wheel bearing

Slight wear offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 13 Jun 2011 8,926 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2011 8,926 miles

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b) DANGEROUS

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 WLC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 WLC, 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 WLC registered?

DN08 WLC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 June 2008.

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