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EK08 ORJ

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

68,466 mi
Last recorded68,466 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2024 68,466 miles

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

Fail 19 Jul 2024 68,464 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2023 64,301 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 60,959 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 56,843 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 56,843 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2020 51,255 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jun 2020 51,253 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner / outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 46,137 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 46,137 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 4 May 2018 41,656 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 36,681 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 34,168 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 32,127 miles

Nearside front brake disc corroded

Nearside front outer cv gater perished

Fail 14 Apr 2015 32,127 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Nearside front brake disc corroded

Nearside front outer cv gater perished

Offside front tyre worn on legal limit

Pass 22 Apr 2014 28,247 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 24,995 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 21,219 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 16,506 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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 ORJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 ORJ, 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.

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What year was EK08 ORJ registered?

EK08 ORJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is EK08 ORJ safe to buy?

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