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EX58 WAO

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

70,511 mi
Last recorded70,511 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 WAO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2024 70,511 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f wishbone rear bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Dec 2024 70,501 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2023 64,374 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Fail 11 Dec 2023 64,374 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Steering locking device missing (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Dec 2022 63,739 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 62,317 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 61,468 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2019 57,106 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2018 55,320 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 50,733 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2016 44,876 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 39,418 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 36,626 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 31,973 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 26,336 miles

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

Fail 1 Oct 2012 26,336 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 21,066 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 WAO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 EX58 WAO, 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

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What year was EX58 WAO registered?

EX58 WAO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is EX58 WAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX58 WAO shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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