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EX08 PXW

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,038 mi
Last recorded76,038 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 PXW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 9 Feb 2022 76,038 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2021 73,055 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 73,055 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Feb 2020 67,589 miles

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2020 67,539 miles

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

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

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

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2019 62,719 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Corrosion around mid chassis leg. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Down the rear of the engine, from the top (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2018 59,304 miles

Nearside Front tyre bald on outer edge 1.8 m/m tread

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Feb 2017 56,098 miles

Nearside Front TYRE WEARING 3 M/M TREAD

Offside Front TYRE WEARING 3 M/M TREAD

Pass 18 Feb 2017 56,098 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 m/m tread (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 m/m tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 m/m tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 m/m tread (4.1.E.1)

Fail 18 Feb 2017 56,098 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 m/m tread (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 m/m tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 m/m tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 m/m tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Feb 2016 51,658 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre worn uneven

slight play in offside steering rack inner joint

Fail 13 Feb 2016 51,658 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside rear tyre worn uneven

slight play in offside steering rack inner joint

Pass 5 Feb 2015 37,710 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 15 Feb 2014 31,677 miles

front brake discs worn

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 23 Feb 2013 25,837 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2012 20,334 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 15,160 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 15,160 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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EX08 PXW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 EX08 PXW, 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 EX08 PXW registered?

EX08 PXW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is EX08 PXW safe to buy?

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