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EJ08 ZLN

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

45,259 mi
Last recorded45,259 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 45,259 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 43,332 miles

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

Fail 6 Aug 2016 43,332 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2015 36,759 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 18 Aug 2014 29,270 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

coolant level low

Pass 13 Aug 2013 22,760 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 15,628 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 10,311 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 ZLN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 ZLN, 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 ZLN registered?

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

Is EJ08 ZLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ08 ZLN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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