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FG08 TFZ

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

55,005 mi
Last recorded55,005 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 TFZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2020 55,005 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes slight rusty clean grease re pressure check (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened front both top leg has movement strip check replace has nes (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

all sills to floor are rusty dry has general metal fatigue through out no hole but future weld will be req wax oil grease preventive maintenance does work

Pass 7 May 2019 42,215 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FONTS ARE UNEVEN WEAR CHECK TYRE PRESSURES AND TRACKING (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened STRONG ADVISE UPPER ATTACHMENTS IS MOVING AROUND CHANGE SOON (5.3.3 (b) (i))

SILLS FLOOR CHASSIS BRAKE PIPE S BRAKE HOSES ARE ALL DRY SALTY GOING RUSTY REQ WAX OIL GREASE NOW PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE DOE S WORK

Spare tyre defective LOOKS LIKE LOW PRESSURE ()

Fail 7 May 2019 42,215 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH FONTS ARE UNEVEN WEAR CHECK TYRE PRESSURES AND TRACKING (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened STRONG ADVISE UPPER ATTACHMENTS IS MOVING AROUND CHANGE SOON (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. ADJUSTED (4.1.2 (a))

SILLS FLOOR CHASSIS BRAKE PIPE S BRAKE HOSES ARE ALL DRY SALTY GOING RUSTY REQ WAX OIL GREASE NOW PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE DOE S WORK

Spare tyre defective LOOKS LIKE LOW PRESSURE ()

Pass 4 May 2018 35,825 miles

damage off side front floor to sill

near side front floor corroded

Pass 9 May 2017 32,267 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 28,460 miles

both front wishbone bushes worn

front brake discs corroded on face

off side front tyre in poor condition and cracking

possable water leak

Pass 25 Mar 2015 26,039 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

inbalance on front brakes

Pass 15 Mar 2014 19,586 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both rear tyres slightly perished on side walls

Pass 6 Mar 2013 14,600 miles

front tyres worn on edge

rear bumper scrached,nsf door damaged

Pass 8 Mar 2012 11,213 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 7,112 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 TFZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 TFZ, 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 TFZ registered?

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

Is FG08 TFZ safe to buy?

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