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EY08 PMO

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

70,840 mi
Last recorded70,840 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 PMO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2018 70,840 miles

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

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside slight corrosion

Fail 10 Dec 2018 70,840 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside slight corrosion

Pass 7 Dec 2017 63,859 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 63,859 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 8 Dec 2016 61,359 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2016 61,359 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Dec 2015 57,986 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 56,522 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2014 56,516 miles

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Jul 2013 53,571 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 47,531 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2011 38,341 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 38,341 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 PMO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 EY08 PMO, 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 PMO registered?

EY08 PMO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 March 2008.

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