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EK58 XSV

2008 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2021
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

95,759 mi
Last recorded95,759 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 XSV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2020 95,759 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 91,443 miles

General underbody corrosian

Pass 16 Dec 2017 87,949 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 85,273 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Jan 2017 85,269 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush wishbone bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported silencer (7.1.1)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2016 69,652 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush lower arm back bush spliting (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm inside (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 69,182 miles

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

Fail 15 Dec 2014 69,182 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2013 62,337 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 49,577 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 36,656 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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EK58 XSV is a 2008 Ford Ka in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EK58 XSV, 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 EK58 XSV registered?

EK58 XSV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 October 2008.

Is EK58 XSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK58 XSV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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