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ET57 UXC

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

48,293 mi
Last recorded48,293 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET57 UXC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 48,293 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2017 48,293 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 38,838 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 38,838 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 31,052 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 29,061 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 26,406 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 23,579 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 23,579 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Aug 2011 17,701 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 17,700 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 12 Feb 2011 16,220 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2011 16,220 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 UXC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 UXC, 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 UXC?

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What year was ET57 UXC registered?

ET57 UXC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 February 2008.

Is ET57 UXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET57 UXC shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ET57 UXC have outstanding finance?

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