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EK08 BTE

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

56,085 mi
Last recorded56,085 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 BTE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 56,085 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 53,014 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2025 53,011 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak rear of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 48,674 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 45,175 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 41,481 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2022 41,481 miles

Offside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2021 38,696 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 38,696 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 37,278 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 34,111 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 30,512 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 26,931 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 22,791 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 18,966 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 14,871 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 12,266 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 10,386 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 7,838 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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EK08 BTE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EK08 BTE, 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

How do I check the history of EK08 BTE?

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What year was EK08 BTE registered?

EK08 BTE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is EK08 BTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 BTE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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