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EK08 ORZ

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,751 mi
Last recorded91,751 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 ORZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 91,751 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2020 87,278 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 82,350 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2019 82,350 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 76,891 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2018 76,891 miles

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

Oil leaking excessively from engine leaking from oil filter area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 72,641 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 71,692 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2017 71,691 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front mount (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush REAR BUSH (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 68,873 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 64,779 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 56,386 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 47,298 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 37,095 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

n/s/f tyre inner s/wall small cut

Pass 15 Mar 2011 27,039 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2011 27,039 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 ORZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 ORZ, 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 ORZ registered?

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

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