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EK08 FUF

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

61,282 mi
Last recorded61,282 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 FUF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2026 61,282 miles

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 28 Aug 2026 61,282 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2025 59,137 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective breaking but exhaust secure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Sep 2024 57,576 miles

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

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2024 57,576 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2023 54,987 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 53,675 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 52,959 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 52,006 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2020 52,006 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner Sill Corroded Holed (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated Brake Fluid Just above minimum mark (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 49,284 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 48,450 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2018 48,450 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2017 47,918 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 46,954 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 45,284 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 42,872 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 42,866 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 39,558 miles

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

O/S/F Tyre badly worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Mar 2012 31,806 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 24,269 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 24,269 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 FUF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FUF, 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 FUF registered?

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

Is EK08 FUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 FUF shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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