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EK57 UTB

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,173 mi
Last recorded28,173 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2014
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK57 UTB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2014 28,173 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 24,300 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 24,300 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 19,692 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2011 15,359 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 12,626 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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EK57 UTB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 EK57 UTB, 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 EK57 UTB registered?

EK57 UTB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is EK57 UTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK57 UTB shows 6 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.

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