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EF08 WMT

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

84,419 mi
Last recorded84,419 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 WMT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2024 84,419 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2023 75,329 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2023 75,268 miles

Central Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2023 74,163 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 May 2022 69,559 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 69,559 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 66,914 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 62,584 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2018 62,584 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 60,550 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 55,055 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 49,892 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 45,917 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 36,156 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 23,642 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 17,812 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jun 2012 17,812 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 13,012 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 WMT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 WMT, 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 WMT registered?

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

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