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FG08 OSX

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,005 mi
Last recorded47,005 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 OSX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2025 47,005 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2025 46,983 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2024 46,527 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2024 46,527 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2023 46,054 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 45,503 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 44,827 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 44,364 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 41,565 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 38,630 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 34,963 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 30,991 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 26,768 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 22,183 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 17,880 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 17,880 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 13,482 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 9,550 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 OSX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 OSX, 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 FG08 OSX registered?

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

Is FG08 OSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 OSX shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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