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EA08 EDK

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,331 mi
Last recorded55,331 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 EDK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2020 55,331 miles

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

n/s front and n/s rear tyres cracked on outer walls to tread area.

n/s front chassis and front floor rusted

Fail 21 Feb 2020 55,299 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted incorrectly routed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

n/s front and n/s rear tyres cracked on outer walls to tread area.

n/s front chassis and front floor rusted

Pass 6 Mar 2019 51,269 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2019 51,252 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2018 45,472 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 38,149 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 33,581 miles

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Valve stem slightly damaged Front (4.1.D.1e)

Offside Valve stem slightly damaged Rear (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 29,913 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 24,321 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 19,849 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 18,159 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2011 13,059 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 EDK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 EA08 EDK, 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 EA08 EDK registered?

EA08 EDK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is EA08 EDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 EDK shows 12 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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