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FL08 XZY

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

55,172 mi
Last recorded55,172 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 XZY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Sep 2019 55,172 miles

Headlamp aim too low both headlamp aims too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill corroded excessively (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords worn on outer edge and worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split and not clearing windscreen (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill corroded excessively (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill corroded excessively (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body panel corroded but not excessive (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded both power steering pipes corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

clutch pipe leaking slightly

Pass 19 Sep 2018 41,816 miles

Front tyres worn low

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2018 41,816 miles

Emissions not tested Oil level to high (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front tyres worn low

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

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2017 30,331 miles

Both sides front suspension wishbone rear bushes slightly deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Slightly lipped (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 27,124 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 26,261 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 25,192 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 24,110 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 24,110 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 22,984 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 20,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 XZY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FL08 XZY, 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 XZY registered?

FL08 XZY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is FL08 XZY safe to buy?

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