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DX08 TZH

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2020
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

69,486 mi
Last recorded69,486 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 TZH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2019 69,486 miles

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

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached bracket support corroded (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Jan 2019 69,339 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached bracket support corroded (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 63,898 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 63,816 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 57,101 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced water ingress (1.7.5a)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 4 Jan 2017 56,913 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced water ingress (1.7.5a)

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 8 Jan 2016 49,522 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 41,552 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 31,672 miles

N/s/r tyre sidewall is perishing

O/s/r tyre sidewall is perishing

Fail 15 Jul 2013 70,966 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

N/s/r tyre sidewall is perishing

O/s/r tyre sidewall is perishing

Pass 16 Jul 2012 26,211 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 26,211 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 18,541 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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DX08 TZH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 DX08 TZH, 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 DX08 TZH registered?

DX08 TZH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is DX08 TZH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX08 TZH shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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