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EK08 DXO

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,239 mi
Last recorded35,239 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2025 35,239 miles

Hazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Moisture in lamp assembly

Pass 24 Sep 2024 30,119 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 27,315 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

coolant low

Fail 29 Sep 2023 27,315 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

coolant low

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

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation inside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2022 23,664 miles

Battery requires replacement

NSF, OSF, OSR tyres all 14 years ols

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation inside lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear tyre is 12 years old

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone, rear inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2021 22,910 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Oct 2020 12,804 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 12,700 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 12,083 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 12,083 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 11,695 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 10,890 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 10,544 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 9,177 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 7,566 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 6,214 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 DXO 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 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 DXO, 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 DXO registered?

EK08 DXO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is EK08 DXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 DXO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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