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EN57 VCJ

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

60,576 mi
Last recorded60,576 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 27 Aug 2021 60,576 miles

Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid ABS Brake Control Unit leaking fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both Rear Tyres age related cracking/perishing

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 50,464 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 50,151 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 48,282 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 46,012 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 43,947 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 41,823 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Dec 2014 36,844 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 33,020 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 27,043 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2011 20,142 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2010 14,890 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 14,888 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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 VCJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 EN57 VCJ, 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 VCJ registered?

EN57 VCJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is EN57 VCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN57 VCJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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