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EK08 XES

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,112 mi
Last recorded108,112 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 XES
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 108,112 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2018 108,111 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is deliberately modified which significantly reduces the original strength filler been used (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 103,258 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2017 103,258 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 95,893 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 89,124 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 75,984 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 61,623 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 52,273 miles

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

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 XES is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 XES, 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 XES registered?

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

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