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EK08 PZS

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

113,901 mi
Last recorded113,901 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2017 113,901 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2016 107,989 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs scored (3.5.1i)

very slight oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2015 101,413 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 101,413 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Mar 2014 89,041 miles

Both inner and outer sills corroded

Exhaust front pipe to center section joint flange in poor condition due to corrosion

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 73,932 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

offside front seat slightly insecure

Pass 29 Mar 2012 58,841 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 43,951 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front tyre treads low on the inside edges

front brake discs 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 PZS is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PZS, 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 PZS registered?

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

Is EK08 PZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 PZS shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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