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FG08 CHJ

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2021
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

74,244 mi
Last recorded74,244 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 CHJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2020 74,244 miles

slight oil leak engine

underside of vehicle corroded

Fail 29 Oct 2020 74,191 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

slight oil leak engine

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2019 59,909 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2018 55,969 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 51,344 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2017 51,344 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 6 Aug 2016 46,643 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 44,512 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 42,496 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 42,181 miles

Front wipers slightly smear.

Pass 20 Jun 2013 37,797 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 34,655 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 23,209 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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FG08 CHJ 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 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 FG08 CHJ, 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 FG08 CHJ registered?

FG08 CHJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FG08 CHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 CHJ 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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