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EA08 XPF

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

43,605 mi
Last recorded43,605 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 XPF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 43,605 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 2 May 2024 42,298 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Lower seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Lower seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 2 May 2023 41,027 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 39,727 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine valve cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 38,275 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 36,690 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 34,481 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 32,571 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 28,999 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2016 25,857 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 25,857 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 22,748 miles

handbrake warning light illuminated

Pass 14 Apr 2014 19,942 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Apr 2013 16,707 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 14,302 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 11 Apr 2011 11,436 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 XPF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 XPF, 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 XPF registered?

EA08 XPF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is EA08 XPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 XPF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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