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EK08 RFE

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,675 mi
Last recorded27,675 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 RFE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 27,675 miles

n/s outer sill scabby with corrosion

n/s/f wishbone back bush perished/ deteriorated

o/s outer sill scabby with corrosion,

o/s/f wishbone back bush perished/ deteriorated

Pass 7 Jul 2025 25,939 miles

both front wishbone back bushes perishing/ deteriorating

Pass 15 Jul 2024 23,849 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2024 23,847 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer edge of tyre. budget 165/65/13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jul 2023 22,596 miles

both front wishbone back bushes starting to deteriorate

n/s/r tyre's nailed and outer sidewall perished

Pass 20 Jul 2022 21,168 miles

both front wishbone back bushes starting to deteriorate

Pass 22 Jul 2021 20,229 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 19,854 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2020 19,854 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working 21 watt single filament bulb (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 18,705 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 17,085 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2017 15,419 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 13,799 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 12,151 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 10,509 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 7,468 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 4,003 miles

battery light on

Pass 26 Jul 2011 1,197 miles

Alternator warning light on.

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 RFE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RFE, 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 RFE registered?

EK08 RFE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is EK08 RFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 RFE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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