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ET57 SNF

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2024
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

82,927 mi
Last recorded82,927 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET57 SNF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2023 82,927 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2023 82,927 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 75,996 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2022 75,943 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2021 69,454 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 69,454 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2020 64,210 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2020 64,207 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2019 60,712 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 60,682 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 57,352 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 54,092 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 54,091 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated flexi (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2016 50,577 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 46,599 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 43,156 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 39,472 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 35,429 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 26,902 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2011 26,902 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 SNF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 SNF, 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

How do I check the history of ET57 SNF?

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What year was ET57 SNF registered?

ET57 SNF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is ET57 SNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET57 SNF shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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