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EU58 PFV

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

75,203 mi
Last recorded75,203 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU58 PFV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2023 75,203 miles

Offside Front Inner Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security side sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 71,469 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 68,256 miles

Both rear inner sill corroded

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 65,200 miles

front discs deteriorating

front wishbone rear bushes deteriorated

Pass 24 Oct 2019 61,000 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2018 58,682 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2018 58,682 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2017 56,895 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 56,895 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2016 51,339 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 45,343 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 39,061 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 32,648 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 27,334 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 20,185 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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EU58 PFV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EU58 PFV, 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.

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What year was EU58 PFV registered?

EU58 PFV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is EU58 PFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU58 PFV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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