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EA08 UAP

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,987 mi
Last recorded22,987 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 10 Dec 2025 22,987 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2024 22,085 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 21,082 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 20,423 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 19,566 miles

ALL TYRE DATE 2018

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive from selector shaft on gearbox suspect seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 18,626 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2020 17,857 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 16,704 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 15,379 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 14,346 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 13,124 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 12,171 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 11,180 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 10,140 miles

front tyres on 3mm on outer edges

Pass 2 Jan 2012 8,611 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 7,231 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 UAP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UAP, 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 UAP registered?

EA08 UAP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is EA08 UAP safe to buy?

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