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EF08 VLK

2008 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

47,297 mi
Last recorded47,297 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 VLK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2019 47,297 miles

All suspension components heavily corroded.

All suspension mounting points heavily corroded.

Exhaust heavily corroded.

Floor and chassis heavily corroded.

Fuel filler pipe corroded.

Fuel filter heavily corroded.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside outer sill corroded.

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Power steering pipe heavily corroded.

Pass 23 Jun 2018 46,011 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 44,547 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Jun 2017 44,547 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 43,357 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 41,798 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 41,798 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 40,371 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 39,359 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 37,080 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 33,466 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 VLK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VLK, 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

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What year was EF08 VLK registered?

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

Is EF08 VLK safe to buy?

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