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EF08 VZX

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

76,489 mi
Last recorded76,489 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 VZX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 76,489 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 76,483 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Cill / Wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 72,594 miles

Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 May 2024 69,022 miles

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

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

Fail 1 May 2024 69,016 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Cill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Cill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Cill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 4 May 2023 68,039 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 66,717 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 64,879 miles

Nearside Front Upper strut mounting has slight play

Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sills both near side and off side (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Apr 2021 64,879 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Coolant leak stat housing ()

Nearside Front Upper strut mounting has slight play

Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sills both near side and off side (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 May 2020 62,637 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 57,335 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 3 May 2019 57,315 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 55,147 miles

Corrosion around fuel flap

Dry coolant stain around thermostat housing area

Front wipers beginning to smear/judder

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front corrosion forming along sill

Pass 4 Jul 2017 51,042 miles

Corrosion around fuel flap

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Fail 4 Jul 2017 51,042 miles

Corrosion around fuel flap

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 47,670 miles

front tyres worn on edges

small cracks in rear tyres

steering universal joint going tight

Pass 3 Jul 2015 44,831 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 44,831 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 41,725 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 5 Jul 2013 37,718 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 34,141 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 30,801 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 VZX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 VZX, 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 VZX registered?

EF08 VZX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is EF08 VZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 VZX shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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