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EF08 JFA

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

76,294 mi
Last recorded76,294 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 JFA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2021 76,294 miles

Front lower suspension bushes slightly deteriated

Pass 27 Jun 2019 67,311 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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))

Fail 27 Jun 2019 67,311 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2018 59,366 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 51,250 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 51,250 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 44,301 miles

Front Tyre Edges Wearing Low

Fail 12 Jul 2016 44,301 miles

Front Tyre Edges Wearing Low

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2015 38,092 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 32,213 miles

n/s/f tyre tread 2mm in places

rear tyres some age cracking

Pass 21 Jun 2013 26,283 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 19,953 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 17,727 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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EF08 JFA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 JFA, 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 JFA registered?

EF08 JFA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is EF08 JFA safe to buy?

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