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DV08 KZL

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

78,184 mi
Last recorded78,184 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 KZL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 78,184 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2022 78,184 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2021 74,484 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 67,171 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush deteriorated/slight splitting. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Clamp bush has slight wear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 54,809 miles

Central Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2017 51,274 miles

both rear axle bushes worn

both rear closing panels corroded

Pass 2 Mar 2016 42,225 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush border pass (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 33,819 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 23,428 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 15,615 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 8,016 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 7,418 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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DV08 KZL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 DV08 KZL, 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 DV08 KZL registered?

DV08 KZL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is DV08 KZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 KZL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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