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DP04 AEP

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,854 mi
Last recorded48,854 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP04 AEP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 48,854 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 16 Feb 2026 48,854 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2025 43,455 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 37,867 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 36,454 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 32,682 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2020 31,462 miles

near side front tyre wearing on outer edges

Pass 18 Apr 2019 29,028 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 26,188 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 23,001 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 18,912 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 16,071 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 16,066 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 13,435 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 10,724 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 8,129 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 5,735 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 5,735 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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DP04 AEP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 DP04 AEP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DP04 AEP registered?

DP04 AEP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 April 2008.

Is DP04 AEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DP04 AEP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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