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EK58 DLU

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

82,572 mi
Last recorded82,572 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 DLU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 29 Oct 2021 82,572 miles

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Boot floor excessively corroded and holed, reducing structural strength

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Fog light full of water

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 76,328 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Oct 2020 76,327 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 69,946 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 64,733 miles

Rear exhaust hanger broken off

Fail 30 Oct 2018 64,733 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/45/16 84v (5.2.3 (e))

Rear exhaust hanger broken off

Pass 30 Oct 2017 62,302 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 58,639 miles

both rear axle bushes worn

front brake pads 90% worn discs worn

Pass 13 Oct 2015 54,724 miles

front brake pads 80% worn

offside front fog light not working

oil leak from gearbox

slight play in both rear axle mounting bushes

Fail 13 Oct 2015 54,724 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/45/16 (4.1.E.1)

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

front brake pads 80% worn

offside front fog light not working

oil leak from gearbox

slight play in both rear axle mounting bushes

Pass 27 Oct 2014 49,148 miles

Both rear tyres slightly misshapen.

Fine chips in windscreen.

Oil around gearbox - Suspect oil weep.

Rear wiper blade split.

Slight play in both N/S & O/S rear subframe mounting bushes.

Steering slightly stiff/firm.

Suspect clutch not fully clearing reverse.

Fail 27 Oct 2014 49,148 miles

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Both rear tyres slightly misshapen.

Fine chips in windscreen.

Front brake discs worn/lipped.

N/S/F tyre worn to wear bands & bald on inner edge - Recommend replaced & tracking checked (195/45x16).

Oil around gearbox - Suspect oil weep.

Rear wiper blade split.

Slight play in both N/S & O/S rear subframe mounting bushes.

Steering slightly stiff/firm.

Suspect clutch not fully clearing reverse.

Pass 18 Oct 2013 40,642 miles

Both headlight aims on lowest limits.

Different size wheel & tyre fitted as spare.

Fine chips in windscreen.

Front brake discs slightly worn/lipped.

O/S/F tyre bald on inner edge (195/45x16).

O/S/R tyre slightly misshapen.

Oil around gearbox.

Rear wiper blade split.

Suspect clutch not fully clearing reverse.

Suspect front brake pads approx. 60% worn.

Suspect steering slightly heavy/stiff.

Pass 15 Oct 2012 30,082 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 19,554 miles

Dummy spare fitted.

Signs of oil around gearbox.

Suspect steering slightly heavy.

Fail 25 Oct 2011 19,554 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Dummy spare fitted.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

O/S/F tyre very close to wear bands & has small cut in sidewall.

Signs of oil around gearbox.

Suspect steering slightly heavy.

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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EK58 DLU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 EK58 DLU, 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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EK58 DLU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 October 2008.

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