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EK08 FTO

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,549 mi
Last recorded118,549 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 118,549 miles

BODY CORROSION AROUND THE FUEL CAP

Fail 16 Feb 2018 118,548 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

BODY CORROSION AROUND THE FUEL CAP

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment TOP MOUNT (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 115,553 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 110,986 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2016 110,986 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 21 Feb 2015 92,714 miles

Nearside front brake disc worn

Offside front wishbone bushes worn

Pass 14 Feb 2014 75,637 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 75,637 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 56,507 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 46,299 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Mar 2012 46,299 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2011 34,134 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 FTO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FTO, 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 FTO registered?

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

Is EK08 FTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 FTO shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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