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ET57 FLB

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

45,264 mi
Last recorded45,264 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET57 FLB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 45,264 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 10 Dec 2025 45,264 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2024 42,079 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 38,883 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (inner face) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Nov 2022 33,775 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 29,776 miles

underside of vehicle has surface corrosion

Pass 23 Nov 2020 29,332 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2019 28,291 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2019 28,291 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 27,737 miles

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

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

Offside Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 17 Dec 2018 27,737 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

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

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

Offside Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 26,501 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 13 Dec 2017 26,476 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fractured (4.2.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror obscured but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 19 Dec 2016 24,620 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2015 22,171 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 20,229 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 20,229 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 17,102 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 19 Dec 2013 17,102 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 14,841 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 12,756 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 10,673 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brakes slightly out of balance

Fail 21 Dec 2010 10,673 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear brakes slightly out of balance

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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ET57 FLB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ET57 FLB, 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 ET57 FLB registered?

ET57 FLB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is ET57 FLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET57 FLB shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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