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EN57 DXB

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

56,837 mi
Last recorded56,837 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN57 DXB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2018 56,837 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 Nov 2018 56,825 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Jan 2016 49,346 miles

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

Nearside Rear TYRE INNER/OUTER SIDEWALLS CRACKED/PERISHED AND POOR CONDITION

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

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

Offside Rear TYRE INNER/OUTER SIDEWALLS CRACKED/PERISHED AND POOR CONDITION

Fail 26 Jan 2016 49,345 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 2 cuts in tread (4.1.D.1a)

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

Nearside Rear TYRE INNER/OUTER SIDEWALLS CRACKED/PERISHED AND POOR CONDITION

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin close to limits (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Rear TYRE INNER/OUTER SIDEWALLS CRACKED/PERISHED AND POOR CONDITION

Fail 24 Jan 2015 44,518 miles

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

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

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

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

REAR TYRES CRACKING UP

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

Pass 24 Jan 2015 44,518 miles

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

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

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

REAR TYRES CRACKING UP

Pass 20 Jan 2014 38,062 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2013 31,414 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 24,490 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 19,434 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2011 19,434 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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EN57 DXB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 EN57 DXB, 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 EN57 DXB registered?

EN57 DXB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 January 2008.

Is EN57 DXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN57 DXB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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