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EJ08 UAP

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

75,753 mi
Last recorded75,753 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 UAP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2020 75,753 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 75,753 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 72,010 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 72,003 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 68,814 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2018 68,814 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 63,308 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 63,092 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 57,035 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 May 2015 49,205 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 41,739 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 34,452 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 27,932 miles

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 23 May 2011 19,984 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 UAP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 UAP, 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 EJ08 UAP registered?

EJ08 UAP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is EJ08 UAP safe to buy?

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