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EK08 FVA

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,599 mi
Last recorded46,599 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2019 46,599 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 43,630 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 41,497 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 35,589 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 34,134 miles

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

Fail 7 Apr 2015 34,134 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 31,951 miles

nearside front tyre on legal limit

offside front tyre void of tread on inner edge

offside front wishbone rear bush starting to split

Pass 2 May 2013 28,548 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2013 28,547 miles

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

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

n/s wiper started to split

Pass 3 Apr 2012 23,930 miles

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

nearside front wheel sits in badly at bottom indicating suspension is damaged or bent

Fail 3 Apr 2012 23,930 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside front wheel sits in badly at bottom indicating suspension is damaged or bent

Pass 6 Apr 2011 15,788 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 FVA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FVA, 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 FVA registered?

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

Is EK08 FVA safe to buy?

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