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EA08 XLH

2008 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2021
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

89,649 mi
Last recorded89,649 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 XLH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2020 89,649 miles

extensive welding repairs to all under body

Fail 7 Mar 2020 89,649 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill and floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength fioor front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 83,584 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 83,583 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 82,300 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 82,261 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 15 May 2018 82,261 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush bottom arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush bottom arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2017 73,704 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 73,704 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 57,134 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 46,509 miles

front and rear axles have different sized tyres and wheels

interior rear view mirror is missing

Fail 15 Aug 2014 46,509 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front and rear axles have different sized tyres and wheels

interior rear view mirror is missing

Pass 15 Aug 2013 39,701 miles

N/S rear tyre cracked/perished. No cords visible at time of test.

O/S rear tyre cracked/perished. No cords visible at time of test.

Pass 20 Sep 2012 31,374 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 May 2012 29,535 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 22,346 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 22,346 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 XLH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 EA08 XLH, 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 XLH registered?

EA08 XLH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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