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EF08 EFS

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

54,636 mi
Last recorded54,636 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 EFS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 54,636 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

engine management light

Pass 31 May 2016 51,199 miles
Fail 31 May 2016 51,199 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2015 43,513 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 35,769 miles
Fail 29 May 2014 35,662 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

off-side lower windscreen damaged not within prescribed area

Pass 30 Apr 2013 26,349 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 17,554 miles

nearside front tyre perashing

nearside front tyre wearing 3 m/m tread

nearside rear tyre perashing

offside front tyre perashing

offside rear tyre perashing

wheel trims fitted wheel nuts not checked

Pass 6 May 2011 13,025 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all tyres slightly perished

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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EF08 EFS is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 EF08 EFS, 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 EF08 EFS registered?

EF08 EFS is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is EF08 EFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 EFS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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