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EK08 MYL

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

58,668 mi
Last recorded58,668 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2018 58,668 miles

general underbody corrosion

Pass 15 Jun 2017 53,630 miles

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

Rear sills slightly corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2016 51,232 miles

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

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

Rear tyres cracking

Pass 25 Jun 2015 48,508 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 46,649 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 44,469 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 44,445 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front dics rusty

Pass 10 Apr 2013 44,100 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 36,865 miles

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

front brake discs wearing

Pass 6 May 2011 30,783 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs worn

slight oil leak from gearbox

Fail 6 May 2011 30,779 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs worn

slight oil leak from gearbox

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 MYL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MYL, 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

How do I check the history of EK08 MYL?

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What year was EK08 MYL registered?

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

Is EK08 MYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 MYL shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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