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EK08 BTF

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

35,803 mi
Last recorded35,803 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 BTF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 35,803 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2025 35,127 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides. (5.3.2 (c))

slight corrosion on suspension and braking components underneath the vehicle,

Pass 10 Jan 2024 33,543 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount bush worn to the limit (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Jan 2024 33,536 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner seal corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount bush worn to the limit (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2023 32,744 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2021 30,072 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 27,617 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 26,903 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2018 26,106 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 25,522 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 25,522 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 May 2016 24,811 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 23,543 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 19,092 miles

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

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

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

Fail 9 May 2014 19,092 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 8 May 2013 15,019 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 13,101 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 11,049 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 11,045 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 BTF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc 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 BTF, 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 EK08 BTF registered?

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

Is EK08 BTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 BTF 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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