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EJ08 UDT

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

57,273 mi
Last recorded57,273 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 57,273 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2026 57,273 miles

Central Front Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Central Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure mounting broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2025 48,335 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 47,559 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2022 46,700 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2022 46,700 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 45,572 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 44,261 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 4 Nov 2019 42,920 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked all round outer tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked all round outer tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Nov 2019 42,920 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked all round outer tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked all round outer tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 25 Oct 2019 42,913 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Oct 2018 41,064 miles

Nearside Rear start of corrosion to outer sill

Offside Rear start of corrosion to outer sill

Pass 26 Oct 2017 39,187 miles

Start of corrosion to nearside outer body seal

start of corrosion to offside outer body seal

Fail 26 Oct 2017 39,187 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Start of corrosion to nearside outer body seal

start of corrosion to offside outer body seal

Pass 25 Oct 2016 37,056 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 35,008 miles

Offside Front Brake anti rattle spring insecure but not affecting performance

Pass 23 Oct 2014 32,778 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 30,558 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 28,588 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 26,447 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 23,531 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 UDT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 EJ08 UDT, 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 UDT registered?

EJ08 UDT is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is EJ08 UDT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ08 UDT shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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