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EK08 MXP

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

71,422 mi
Last recorded71,422 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 71,422 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 57,483 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 51,494 miles

both lower arm rear bushes are starting to perish & squeak

both sides behind sills at rear are starting to corrode

n/s mirror glass is damaged

o/s/r tyre is starting to crack in the treads

Pass 8 Feb 2016 45,455 miles

coolant staining around thermostat housing and coolant level low in header tank

o/s/f lower arm rear bush becoming unbonded

o/s/f tyre cracking

Pass 2 Feb 2015 39,057 miles

Nearside front tyre cracked and perished

Nearside mirror glass damaged

Offside front tyre heavily cracked outter edge

Pass 10 Feb 2014 34,114 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 34,114 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2013 28,612 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 23,676 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 17,111 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 MXP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MXP, 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 MXP registered?

EK08 MXP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is EK08 MXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 MXP shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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