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EX58 WCM

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

156,581 mi
Last recorded156,581 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 WCM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2017 156,581 miles

small coolant leak

corrosion to underside and outer sills

front discs worn

nearside front tyre worn

oil leaks on engine

Fail 26 Jan 2017 156,357 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

corrosion to underside and outer sills

front discs worn

nearside front tyre worn

oil leaks on engine

small coolant leak

Pass 30 Dec 2015 137,785 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 111,622 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 95,861 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all 4 tyres are cracking

Pass 29 Jul 2013 95,861 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Nail in nearside front tyre

Non obligatory mirror damaged

all 4 tyres are cracking

Pass 27 Jul 2012 72,745 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 54,524 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 WCM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 WCM, 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 WCM registered?

EX58 WCM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is EX58 WCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX58 WCM shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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