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2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,017 mi
Last recorded82,017 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 CFU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2024 82,017 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 80,556 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2023 80,556 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Feb 2022 78,686 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 77,254 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2020 76,113 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2019 69,378 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 63,861 miles

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

Fail 23 Feb 2018 63,861 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 57,973 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2016 52,714 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 46,364 miles

offside rear tyre has slight cracking & perishing

Pass 29 Mar 2014 41,371 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 35,612 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 29,936 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 25,161 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 CFU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 EK08 CFU, 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 CFU registered?

EK08 CFU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is EK08 CFU safe to buy?

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