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EA58 VTC

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

46,044 mi
Last recorded46,044 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA58 VTC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 46,044 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 18 Nov 2025 46,042 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Nov 2024 28,537 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 28,522 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal axel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 28,449 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2021 28,043 miles

general corrosion on steering and suspension components

unable to inspect brake pads

Pass 11 Aug 2020 27,558 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 26,813 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 25,655 miles

rear tyres cracking

rear back box exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 14 Aug 2017 24,553 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Aug 2016 23,306 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 22,100 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 22,100 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 21,141 miles

Exaust back box outer skin coroded.

Pass 12 Jun 2014 19,557 miles

exhaust back box deteriorated

Pass 14 Jun 2013 12,349 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 10,502 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 5,956 miles

plastic covers fitted around brake pipes

wheel trims fitted

Pass 17 Nov 2011 5,813 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2011 5,813 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (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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EA58 VTC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 EA58 VTC, 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 EA58 VTC registered?

EA58 VTC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 November 2008.

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