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EN08 CTY

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

73,757 mi
Last recorded73,757 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN08 CTY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2016 73,757 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 73,757 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2015 59,765 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 59,765 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 47,915 miles

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

rear tyres slight cracking

Fail 23 Jun 2014 47,915 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

rear tyres slight cracking

Pass 26 Jun 2013 38,569 miles

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

rear tyres cracking

Fail 26 Jun 2013 38,569 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

rear tyres cracking

Pass 22 Jun 2012 29,512 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2011 20,482 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

osf tyre close to legal limit

small stone chip zone a

Pass 25 Jun 2011 20,482 miles

osf tyre close to legal limit

small stone chip zone a

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 CTY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 EN08 CTY, 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

How do I check the history of EN08 CTY?

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What year was EN08 CTY registered?

EN08 CTY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is EN08 CTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN08 CTY shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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