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EK08 RGZ

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

50,265 mi
Last recorded50,265 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 RGZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2024 50,265 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2024 50,174 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 47,143 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2023 47,143 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 26 May 2022 45,432 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Bottom suspension arm to chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking ( Advice Replacement ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Bottom suspension arm to chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre slight cracking and worn on edges (Advise Replacement ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))

Under Vehicle slight corrosion

Fail 26 May 2022 45,432 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Bottom suspension arm to chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking ( Advice Replacement ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Bottom suspension arm to chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre slight cracking and worn on edges (Advise Replacement ) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))

Under Vehicle slight corrosion

Pass 11 Jun 2021 44,184 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Jun 2021 44,184 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 42,977 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Oil leak, but not excessive gear change oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 41,491 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 41,491 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 39,649 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 38,518 miles

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

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

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

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

o/s + n/s front tyres cracking

Pass 30 Jun 2016 37,104 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2015 35,206 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 31,276 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 26,162 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 22,225 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 16,923 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 RGZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple 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 RGZ, 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 RGZ registered?

EK08 RGZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is EK08 RGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 RGZ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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