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EF08 WCG

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

59,014 mi
Last recorded59,014 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2020 59,014 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2019 53,613 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 11 Feb 2019 53,613 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 15 Feb 2018 48,936 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 44,090 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 44,090 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 38,772 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 33,921 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 28,114 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 22,169 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 22,169 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 15,356 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 9,179 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 WCG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc 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 WCG, 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 WCG registered?

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

Is EF08 WCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 WCG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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