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EJ08 VDT

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,418 mi
Last recorded26,418 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 VDT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 18 May 2026 26,418 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 26,056 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 25,549 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 25,341 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2022 24,785 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2021 24,291 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 23,729 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2019 23,147 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 22,474 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge ;seriously perished/cracked outer sidewall

Offside Front tyre perished on outer sidewall

Rear both tyres perished on outer sidewalls

Pass 8 May 2017 21,283 miles

Nearside wiper rubber split on end

Offside Front lower ball joint dust cover shows grease contamination

all tyres show perishing/cracking on side walls; n/s/f in poor condition [outer sidewall]

outer sill shows weakness due to corrosion[ on end]

Pass 19 May 2016 19,644 miles

ADVICE ALL FOUR TYRES PERISHING ON THE SIDEWALLS. (CRACKING)

Pass 26 May 2015 18,146 miles

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Oil leak

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

Wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 19 May 2014 16,276 miles

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Pass 14 May 2013 13,729 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust corroding

wheel-trims fitted - retainers not checked

Pass 23 May 2012 10,119 miles

Both front tyres starting to periesh on walls

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Both rear tyres cracked / perished on walls

Pass 27 May 2011 5,776 miles

front wipers deteriorating

handbrake travel becoming excessive

wheel-trims fitted - retainers not checked

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 VDT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VDT, 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 VDT registered?

EJ08 VDT is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is EJ08 VDT safe to buy?

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