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EK08 XAY

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

46,936 mi
Last recorded46,936 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 46,936 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight lift when jacked up. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 12 Jan 2026 46,936 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))

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight lift when jacked up. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jan 2025 45,097 miles

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all upper strut mounts have slight lift play when jacked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear squeal from brake when wheel spun backwards advise further inspection

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills corroded in various places (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2025 45,097 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all upper strut mounts have slight lift play when jacked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear squeal from brake when wheel spun backwards advise further inspection

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills corroded in various places (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 42,999 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2024 42,999 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2023 40,659 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded near chassis rail (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear both upper shock mount have slight lift when vehicle is jacked

Fail 5 Jan 2023 40,656 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill and inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded near chassis rail (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear both upper shock mount have slight lift when vehicle is jacked

Pass 5 Jan 2022 38,369 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2022 38,386 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cords exposed failure in tyres structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Jan 2021 36,290 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2021 36,290 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2020 35,155 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 31,820 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 31,820 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2018 29,501 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 27,887 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2017 27,887 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 25,211 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 21,862 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 18,258 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 14,103 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 9,605 miles

front wipers smeary.

o/s/f steel road rim damaged.

Pass 1 Apr 2011 8,956 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 XAY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XAY, 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

How do I check the history of EK08 XAY?

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What year was EK08 XAY registered?

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

Is EK08 XAY safe to buy?

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