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EK08 CGY

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,924 mi
Last recorded96,924 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Apr 2023 96,924 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill and inner sill/floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe/outer sill,inner sill areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2022 86,438 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis above exhaust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 May 2021 84,117 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 83,249 miles

minor corrosion underside of vehicle

Pass 21 Jun 2019 82,178 miles
Fail 23 May 2019 82,171 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Bumper likely to become detached corner (6.1.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Apr 2018 75,038 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2017 67,723 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 67,715 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 May 2016 64,358 miles

ENGINE OIL OVER MAX

Nearside Front BUMPER -CABLE TIED ON

Nearside Front PLASTIC WING LOOSE

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN SMOOTH ON INNER EDGE - ON 3.0 mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON 3.0 mm - WORN SMOOTH ON INNER EDGE (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 55,864 miles

Both front tyre treads wearing on inner shoulders

Front valance trim damaged

Nearside front suspension lower arm rear bush starting to separate slightly

Fail 2 Jun 2015 55,752 miles

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

Both front tyre treads wearing on inner shoulders

Front valance trim damaged

Nearside front suspension lower arm rear bush starting to separate slightly

Pass 24 Apr 2014 46,895 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2013 36,972 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 27,036 miles

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

tracking check with new tyres advised

Pass 4 Mar 2011 17,475 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 CGY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 CGY, 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 CGY registered?

EK08 CGY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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