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EJ58 CYO

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2023
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

144,468 mi
Last recorded144,468 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ58 CYO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 144,468 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle corroding

Fail 14 Jun 2022 144,466 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Axle corroding

Pass 10 Jun 2021 134,171 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s front lower (rear most) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear axle beam corroded

Fail 10 Jun 2021 134,171 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s front lower (rear most) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rear axle beam corroded

Pass 12 Jun 2020 131,009 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust clamp (6.1.2 (a))

little reserve travel on hand brake

Pass 10 May 2019 121,408 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2018 115,925 miles

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear tyre showing signs of wear and going out of shape/cracking 195/50/15

exhaust system worn/corroded

offside and nearside front lower suspension arm bushes cracking.

oil leak

Pass 19 Nov 2016 107,576 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracking around tread and going out of shape

coolant level low

oil leak

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 19 Nov 2016 107,576 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/50/15 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush upper bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut on outer tread (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush upper bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear tyre cracking around tread and going out of shape

coolant level low

oil leak

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 30 Nov 2015 99,864 miles

front brake pads getting low and discs lipped

Pass 28 Nov 2014 84,544 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 69,747 miles

front tyres 3mm approx

outer skin of rear exhaust box starting to corrode

Pass 30 Nov 2012 57,268 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 43,566 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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EJ58 CYO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,248cc diesel 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 EJ58 CYO, 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 EJ58 CYO registered?

EJ58 CYO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 2 December 2008.

Is EJ58 CYO safe to buy?

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