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EK08 RBZ

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

58,848 mi
Last recorded58,848 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2020 58,848 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front track rod end castle nut split pin missing

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle mount bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear valance corroded

sill to floor flanges corroding

Pass 14 Oct 2019 55,830 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front track rod end castle nut split pin missing

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle/suspension mount bushes area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear axle mount bushes deteriorating

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

inner sill flanges corroding

rear valance corroded

Fail 14 Oct 2019 55,830 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted not allowing it to fit into securing bracket (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front track rod end castle nut split pin missing

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle/suspension mount bushes area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear axle mount bushes deteriorating

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

inner sill flanges corroding

rear valance corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2018 52,005 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Body/chassis corrosion

Fail 19 Oct 2018 52,005 miles

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Body/chassis corrosion

Pass 9 Oct 2017 48,063 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 48,060 miles

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

Central brake light not working.

Exhaust back box rubber insecure. Mounting point corroded.

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

Pass 25 Oct 2016 45,765 miles

Front brake discs slightly corroded

rear tyres have slight cracks in the tread

Pass 8 Feb 2016 43,453 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 37,692 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 31,672 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 26,414 miles

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

Offside Front 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)

Fail 25 Feb 2012 21,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Feb 2012 21,480 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 15,797 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 RBZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 RBZ, 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 RBZ registered?

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

Is EK08 RBZ safe to buy?

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