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EK08 JVU

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,544 mi
Last recorded73,544 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2019 73,544 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 69,231 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 63,976 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2017 63,976 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2016 59,491 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 52,689 miles

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

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 52,689 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 24 Mar 2014 47,204 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 47,204 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 39,870 miles

n/s/r tyre badly perished and cracked on side wall

o/s/f tyre on 2.5mm

Pass 27 Mar 2012 33,499 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 26,589 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front brake discs slightly worn

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 JVU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc 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 JVU, 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 JVU registered?

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

Is EK08 JVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 JVU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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