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EJ08 RFE

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

66,244 mi
Last recorded66,244 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 RFE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2020 66,244 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Dec 2020 66,244 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2019 61,903 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 58,600 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 55,193 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 53,121 miles

Both rear tyres cracking in tread blocks

Corrosion around fuel filler cap

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

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

Pass 26 May 2015 48,588 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 40,311 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 32,188 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 22,802 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 15,491 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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EJ08 RFE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EJ08 RFE, 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 EJ08 RFE registered?

EJ08 RFE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is EJ08 RFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ08 RFE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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