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EO08 VDE

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

61,610 mi
Last recorded61,610 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO08 VDE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2021 61,610 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 29 Jun 2021 61,411 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill to floor joint. Front and centre (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Spare wheel carrier insecure Bolt not tightened (6.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Advise repair (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Jun 2020 53,749 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 51,373 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 49,558 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 46,962 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 45,045 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 42,036 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 38,972 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 34,270 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 29,744 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 24,805 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)

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 VDE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 VDE, 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 EO08 VDE registered?

EO08 VDE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is EO08 VDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO08 VDE shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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