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EO58 XFM

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,574 mi
Last recorded33,574 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

RegistrationEO58 XFM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 33,574 miles

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened ALSO, FRONT FRAME EXTENSION LEGS, CORRODED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

O/S HANDBRAKE EFFORT, REDUCED, MEET REQUIREMENTS

Fail 10 Mar 2026 33,572 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened ALSO, FRONT FRAME EXTENSION LEGS, CORRODED. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

O/S HANDBRAKE EFFORT, REDUCED, MEET REQUIREMENTS

Pass 19 Feb 2025 29,480 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Cut inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 19 Feb 2025 29,478 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Cut inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2024 24,696 miles

middle rear exhaust corroded

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 21,981 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 21,608 miles

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

Coolant cap missing

Exhaust system corroded

Underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2021 17,570 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 16,721 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 16,144 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 15,358 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 14,528 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 13,427 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 12,305 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2014 11,065 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 10,065 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 8,983 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 7,596 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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EO58 XFM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 EO58 XFM, 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 EO58 XFM registered?

EO58 XFM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 October 2008.

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