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EY08 PSX

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,228 mi
Last recorded48,228 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY08 PSX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2022 48,228 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2021 43,173 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2021 43,094 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2020 38,009 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 32,757 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2019 32,757 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 29,568 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 26,540 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 23,724 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2016 23,724 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2015 20,847 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2015 20,847 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 17,837 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 14,400 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 10,706 miles

front wiper blades split at ends

nearside front tyre worn low on edges

offside front tyre worn low on inner edge

Pass 26 Feb 2011 8,914 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 PSX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 EY08 PSX, 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 PSX registered?

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

Is EY08 PSX safe to buy?

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