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FL08 AKU

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

96,531 mi
Last recorded96,531 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 AKU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Fail 19 Oct 2020 96,531 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Coolant leak ()

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 83,270 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear body corroded around fuel filler just outside prescribed areas for upper seat belt and upper spring mounts

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 23 Apr 2019 83,270 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear body corroded around fuel filler just outside prescribed areas for upper seat belt and upper spring mounts

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Apr 2018 72,265 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 16 Apr 2018 72,190 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 13 Apr 2017 60,413 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2017 60,406 miles

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

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2016 49,614 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer doorsill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer doorsill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer doorsill (5.2.6)

nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 22 Apr 2016 49,614 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer doorsill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer doorsill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer doorsill (5.2.6)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 36,007 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2015 36,007 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 34,480 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 30,152 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 30,152 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2012 24,836 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 20,665 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 17,358 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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FL08 AKU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 FL08 AKU, 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 FL08 AKU registered?

FL08 AKU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 March 2008.

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