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EK08 CEJ

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

72,275 mi
Last recorded72,275 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 CEJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 72,275 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

inner sills,chassis,floors and steps corroded

Fail 28 Mar 2025 70,843 miles

Offside Front Steering system fouling (2.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam also levelling not tested (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

corrosion throughout vehicle

Pass 11 Apr 2024 54,231 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front condensation in headlamp unit

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill end corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2024 54,230 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected brake fluid leaking from ABS pump unit (1.1.7 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front condensation in headlamp unit

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill end corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 44,804 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Offside rear outer sill end corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 14 Apr 2023 44,804 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Offside rear outer sill end corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2022 37,276 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 35,717 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2021 35,717 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Apr 2020 34,790 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyre tread depths wearing low on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view windscreen cracked in top centre section (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 33,467 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 33,467 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 32,762 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2018 32,762 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 30,213 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 30,213 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 28,246 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 27,044 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 25,598 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 23,302 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 21,101 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 20,394 miles

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

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 CEJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 EK08 CEJ, 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 EK08 CEJ registered?

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

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