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EN08 BXL

2008 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

56,892 mi
Last recorded56,892 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN08 BXL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 56,892 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 56,485 miles

Central Front Lower Wing corroded but does not form part of the structure of the vehicle

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower sill is corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rearmost mount on silencer detached (6.1.2 (a))

repair on offside rear lower sill covered in underseal

Fail 7 Nov 2024 56,485 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bushing has detached from bonded case (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bush has detached from bonded casing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Central Front Lower Wing corroded but does not form part of the structure of the vehicle

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower sill is corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective rearmost mount on silencer detached (6.1.2 (a))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

repair on offside rear lower sill covered in underseal

Pass 18 Oct 2023 55,752 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around fuel filler cap (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 10 Oct 2023 55,751 miles

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

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill inner and outer and wing excessively corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around fuel filler cap (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2022 54,914 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 53,985 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 53,055 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 53,055 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2019 51,744 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 49,959 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 47,818 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 45,448 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 42,956 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 40,552 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 38,286 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 36,302 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 33,688 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 24,188 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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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EN08 BXL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EN08 BXL, 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 EN08 BXL registered?

EN08 BXL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is EN08 BXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN08 BXL shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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