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EK08 FLF

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

75,716 mi
Last recorded75,716 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 FLF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 75,716 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

nearside and offside inner wheel arch starting to corrode

Pass 18 Mar 2025 70,276 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced filler cap (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 67,240 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark topped up (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion around fuel filler neck area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front floor pans light corrosion

wear to both front top shock mounts

Pass 6 Mar 2023 63,671 miles

slight wear to rear top shock mounts

wear to both front top shock mounts

Pass 7 Mar 2022 59,942 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 56,084 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 52,148 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 47,719 miles

front tyres slight inner edge wear

slight uneven inner edge wear to n/s/r tyre

Fail 11 Mar 2019 47,719 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam h7 bulb (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

front tyres slight inner edge wear

slight uneven inner edge wear to n/s/r tyre

Pass 19 Mar 2018 43,370 miles

slight wear to both front top shock mounts

slight wear to both rear top shock mounts

wipers slight smeary

Fail 19 Mar 2018 43,370 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working replaced 21 watt bulb (1.2.1b)

slight wear to both front top shock mounts

slight wear to both rear top shock mounts

wipers slight smeary

Pass 9 Mar 2017 38,838 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 34,546 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 30,269 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 26,363 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Mar 2013 22,435 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 18,008 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 14,280 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 FLF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FLF, 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 FLF registered?

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

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