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EA08 AKJ

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

121,345 mi
Last recorded121,345 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 AKJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2021 121,345 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front bottom arms front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

corrosion starting to both inner and outer sills both sides of vehicle

oil leak

Pass 2 Jul 2020 113,734 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion starting to both inner front sills

Pass 15 Jun 2019 108,037 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2019 108,037 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill outer (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2018 103,137 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 96,255 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 Jul 2017 96,248 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 89,929 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 77,335 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 71,033 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 63,117 miles

Both front lower suspension arm bushes deteriorating

N/s headlight misting

Pass 26 Jun 2012 52,052 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 38,756 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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EA08 AKJ 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 84.6%.

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 EA08 AKJ, 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 EA08 AKJ registered?

EA08 AKJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is EA08 AKJ safe to buy?

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