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EY08 JEJ

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

31,425 mi
Last recorded31,425 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 JEJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 31,425 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2025 30,530 miles

inner wheel arch areas on both sides appear to be corroded, covered behind covers

Fail 10 Mar 2025 30,529 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

inner wheel arch areas on both sides appear to be corroded, covered behind covers

Pass 4 Mar 2024 28,485 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front coil spring is sat incorrect

Pass 8 Mar 2023 25,469 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2023 25,467 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Feb 2022 25,014 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perishing/ cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

n/s/f wishbone front bush deteriorated

slight play to both rear top shock mounts

Pass 17 Feb 2021 24,466 miles

both rear tyres have heavy cracking tread

corrosion to n/s/r inner sill

n/s/f floor pan rusting

Pass 14 Feb 2020 24,084 miles

Nearside Rear inner sill corroding

Offside Rear outer sill corroding

Fail 14 Feb 2020 24,084 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blade replaced 17" (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear inner sill corroding

Offside Rear outer sill corroding

Pass 19 Feb 2019 23,028 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 21,118 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Feb 2017 18,860 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2017 18,860 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working replaced 21 watt bulb (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 17,049 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 15,487 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 13,757 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 11,576 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 8,750 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 4,898 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 4,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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EY08 JEJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 EY08 JEJ, 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 EY08 JEJ registered?

EY08 JEJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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