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EK08 WXW

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,410 mi
Last recorded39,410 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 WXW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2020 39,410 miles

different size tyres on the front and the back

Pass 29 May 2019 37,240 miles
Fail 25 May 2019 37,229 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Rear inner sil. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting rear inner sil. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2018 35,647 miles

O/S/R and N/S/R inner sill's slightly corroded

could not carry out a full inspection of pads and disc. full inspection recommended

Pass 3 Aug 2017 33,908 miles

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

Oil leak gearbox ()

Pass 29 Aug 2016 31,441 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 26,385 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 26,385 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 21,754 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 18,029 miles

o/s and n/s front tyres side wall cracking

o/s and n/s rear tyres cracking

Pass 21 Mar 2012 14,291 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 11,023 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 WXW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 WXW, 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.

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What year was EK08 WXW registered?

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

Is EK08 WXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 WXW shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EK08 WXW have outstanding finance?

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