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EY08 PPU

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

76,704 mi
Last recorded76,704 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 PPU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2021 76,704 miles

Slight oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2020 58,775 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 36,863 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 35,454 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 33,617 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 31,908 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 30,516 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 28,164 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2014 28,164 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013 25,204 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 31 Jan 2013 25,204 miles

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

nearside front brake hose twisted

offside front tyre perished.

Pass 13 Feb 2012 22,239 miles

Wipers smearing

Pass 22 Feb 2011 18,679 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 PPU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 PPU, 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 EY08 PPU registered?

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

Is EY08 PPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY08 PPU shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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