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EF08 EVG

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,561 mi
Last recorded47,561 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2015
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 EVG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2015 47,561 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 44,447 miles

front wishbone rear bushes unbonding

Pass 2 Sep 2013 39,141 miles

front inner brake pads appear low

minor judder front brake

nsf wishbone rear bush unbonding

nsr tyre perished

Pass 5 Sep 2012 32,261 miles

osf rear wish bone bush starting to sepourate from bonding

osf tyre 2008, original tyre starting to crack and perish

Pass 22 Jun 2011 21,759 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 21,759 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside 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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EF08 EVG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EVG, 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

How do I check the history of EF08 EVG?

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What year was EF08 EVG registered?

EF08 EVG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is EF08 EVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 EVG shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EF08 EVG have outstanding finance?

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