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EY08 PXB

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Dec 2020
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

87,785 mi
Last recorded87,785 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 87,785 miles

Floor corroded.

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside rear window damaged.

Rear exhaust metal hanger broken and others corroded.

Sills corroded.

Fail 11 Jun 2019 87,760 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Floor corroded.

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

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside rear window damaged.

Rear exhaust metal hanger broken and others corroded.

Sills corroded.

Pass 26 Jun 2018 81,581 miles

Floor starting to corrode near front subframe mounts.

Nearside rear tyre cracking on outer sidewall and between tread.

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

Offside rear window damaged.

Offside sill corroding.

Rear exhaust hanger broken but system still supported.

Service brake efficiency only just met.

Fail 21 Jun 2018 81,573 miles

Braking system leaking servo pipe (1.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Floor starting to corrode near front subframe mounts.

Nearside rear tyre cracking on outer sidewall and between tread.

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

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

Offside rear window damaged.

Offside sill corroding.

Rear exhaust hanger broken but system still supported.

Service brake efficiency only just met.

Pass 17 Jun 2017 73,312 miles

Offside outer sill corroded

Fail 16 Jun 2017 73,312 miles

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

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside outer sill corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2016 70,016 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre perished and has cut in Tread

Fail 13 Jun 2016 70,016 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre perished and has cut in Tread

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2015 62,228 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 62,228 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 59,469 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 50,505 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 50,505 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 46,056 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 46,056 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 40,492 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 PXB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 PXB, 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 PXB registered?

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

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