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EN08 MVV

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

66,319 mi
Last recorded66,319 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN08 MVV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 10 Nov 2021 66,319 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill rear end (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn axle both bushs (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength backs of sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength closing panel/end of sill both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 59,075 miles

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill end under rear arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm , rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 56,650 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2019 56,650 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 54,730 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 54,730 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre outer sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed perish cracks to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Oct 2017 53,275 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 53,275 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. nearside odd to others (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 51,488 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear tyre side wall to shoulder perish cracks

Pass 2 Oct 2015 49,385 miles

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

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 8 Oct 2014 47,648 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2014 47,648 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 45,460 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 38,965 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 38,965 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 29,027 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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EN08 MVV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc 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 EN08 MVV, 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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What year was EN08 MVV registered?

EN08 MVV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is EN08 MVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN08 MVV shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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