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EO08 ZFS

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

38,024 mi
Last recorded38,024 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 38,024 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 35,054 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Upper attachment (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Upper attachment (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 16 Oct 2024 35,040 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Upper attachment (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Upper attachment (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 31,882 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 31,882 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2022 27,637 miles

Nearside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2022 27,637 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2021 21,723 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres on legal limit at test (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 16,473 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 16,473 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2019 15,851 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 15,035 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 14,068 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 12,598 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 11,169 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 9,559 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 7,806 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 6,312 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 5,115 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 ZFS is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 ZFS, 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 ZFS registered?

EO08 ZFS is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is EO08 ZFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO08 ZFS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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