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EX58 CVH

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2022
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,960 mi
Last recorded79,960 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 CVH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2021 79,960 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear rusty around fuel flap

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 78,555 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer side walls. DOT code (1608). (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Wiper blade deteriorating.

Fail 17 Sep 2020 78,553 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Due to Damaged Lamp unit. (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer side walls. DOT code (1608). (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Insecure. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Wiper blade deteriorating.

Pass 11 Sep 2019 78,292 miles

Front wipers poor clearing

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear rubber bush is worn/separating some movement not excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Where the wing meets the sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at wheel arch and sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Where the wing meets the sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced at wheel arch and sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 77,846 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear lens is broken

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Spare tyre defective ()

hubcaps fitted

Fail 12 Sep 2018 77,846 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity flashes (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Nearside Steering arm modified such that the steering is adversely affected (2.1.3 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Steering arm modified such that the steering is adversely affected (2.1.3 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front tyre is badly worn on the outer edge

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear lens is broken

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Spare tyre defective ()

hubcaps fitted

Pass 11 Sep 2017 75,040 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside steering arm has play

Offside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 75,040 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside steering arm has play

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 72,641 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 58,448 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2014 58,448 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2013 42,093 miles

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

both rear tyres slightly cracked

Fail 24 Sep 2012 32,536 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Sep 2012 32,536 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 21,163 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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EX58 CVH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 EX58 CVH, 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 EX58 CVH registered?

EX58 CVH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 October 2008.

Is EX58 CVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX58 CVH shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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