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EJ08 YOT

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

112,608 mi
Last recorded112,608 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 YOT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2019 112,608 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and rear both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front exhaust heat shield insecure ( cat

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced exhaust mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn change as soon as possible (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jul 2018 109,944 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2018 109,944 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 107,879 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jul 2017 107,879 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2016 104,749 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 97,591 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 97,591 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2013 84,318 miles

(2.4G.2)The nearside front lower suspension arm (rear)bush bonding is slightly deteriorated not resulting in excessive movement at the time of examination

(2.4G.2)The offside front lower suspension arm (rear)bush bonding is slightly deteriorated not resulting in excessive movement at the time of examination

(4.2A.1e)All road wheels have trims fitted

(8.3.1e)Items hanging from the interior mirror must not be fitted

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new and or the owner has fitted in various locations protective covers,sealant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 21 Jun 2013 84,318 miles

(2.4G.2)The nearside front lower suspension arm (rear)bush bonding is slightly deteriorated not resulting in excessive movement at the time of examination

(2.4G.2)The offside front lower suspension arm (rear)bush bonding is slightly deteriorated not resulting in excessive movement at the time of examination

(4.2A.1e)All road wheels have trims fitted

(8.3.1e)Items hanging from the interior mirror must not be fitted

NOTES FOR THE VEHICLE OWNER/PRESENTER

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

The vehicle manufacturer from new and or the owner has fitted in various locations protective covers,sealant compounds,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 13 Jul 2012 67,646 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

both rear tyres perished

Fail 13 Jul 2012 67,646 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

both rear tyres perished

Pass 19 Jul 2011 48,364 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 48,294 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 YOT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YOT, 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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EJ08 YOT is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 July 2008.

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