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EY08 JXW

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

41,335 mi
Last recorded41,335 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 JXW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2023 41,335 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2022 40,525 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 39,284 miles

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

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2021 39,284 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front wipers not tested as washers not working

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2020 38,758 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2020 38,758 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 37,115 miles

Front Both front wipers smearing

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

Nearside Front top mount has slight play

Nearside Rear top mount has slight play

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

Offside Front top mount has slight play

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer cill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear top mount has slight play

Fail 27 Apr 2019 37,095 miles

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

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

Front Both front wipers smearing

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

Nearside Front top mount has slight play

Nearside Rear top mount has slight play

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

Offside Front top mount has slight play

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outer cill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear top mount has slight play

Pass 14 Apr 2018 34,203 miles

Both rear tyres perishing/cracking on outer sidewall

Pass 20 Apr 2017 30,526 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 30,526 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 26,391 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 21,699 miles

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 17,933 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

n/s front tyre slight damage outer wall

Pass 1 May 2013 13,349 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 8,167 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 5,171 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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EY08 JXW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 JXW, 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 JXW registered?

EY08 JXW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 April 2008.

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