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DN58 EAX

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

57,198 mi
Last recorded57,198 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN58 EAX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2019 57,198 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2019 57,198 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2018 50,726 miles

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

corrosion of n/s/f power steering pipes

n/s/f tyre bald on inner edge of tread(borderline pass)

Fail 4 Nov 2018 50,726 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

corrosion of n/s/f power steering pipes

n/s/f tyre bald on inner edge of tread(borderline pass)

Pass 6 Dec 2017 47,372 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 47,372 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2016 44,825 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Dec 2016 44,825 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 41,528 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 37,368 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 32,506 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)

both rear tyres have age related cracking however not considered excessive

Pass 4 Dec 2012 26,288 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

both rear tyres are perishing with age and cracking

Pass 12 Dec 2011 21,071 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2011 21,069 miles

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

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

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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DN58 EAX 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 DN58 EAX, 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 DN58 EAX registered?

DN58 EAX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 December 2008.

Is DN58 EAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN58 EAX 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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