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ET08 AUX

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

21,605 mi
Last recorded21,605 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET08 AUX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 21,605 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 21,142 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 20,387 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 20,021 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 19,189 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2021 18,325 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Suspension (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 17,787 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 17,446 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 17,166 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 16,878 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 16,561 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 16,369 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 16,050 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 15,447 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 15,038 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 15,038 miles

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 14,178 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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ET08 AUX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple 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 ET08 AUX, 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 ET08 AUX registered?

ET08 AUX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 July 2008.

Is ET08 AUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET08 AUX 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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