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EO08 KXN

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

40,488 mi
Last recorded40,488 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO08 KXN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 40,488 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear inner sill correded

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

Pass 12 Mar 2025 38,369 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corrosion on both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both front chassis rails surface corrosion

Pass 6 Mar 2024 36,145 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2024 36,145 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 33,912 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 31,140 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 28,655 miles

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Pass 11 Mar 2020 26,230 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2019 23,270 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 20,856 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 18,448 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also cracking on outer side wall (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit also cracking on outer side wall (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 16,328 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 14,161 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 11,869 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 9,708 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 7,615 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 5,619 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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EO08 KXN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 EO08 KXN, 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 EO08 KXN registered?

EO08 KXN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is EO08 KXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO08 KXN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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