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EK08 SWV

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

52,101 mi
Last recorded52,101 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 52,101 miles

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Offside/nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Wing corroded

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 50,356 miles

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2024 47,400 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play nearside offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 42,073 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 40,330 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Mar 2022

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2021 39,221 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 38,349 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 36,772 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2019 36,772 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 33,989 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 33,989 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 31,169 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 28,164 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 28,164 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 25,965 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 23,749 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 19,245 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 14,853 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 14,853 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 9 Mar 2011 10,930 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 10,930 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 SWV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SWV, 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 SWV registered?

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

Is EK08 SWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 SWV shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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