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FM08 TZT

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

66,929 mi
Last recorded66,929 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 TZT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2020 66,929 miles

surface corrosion under

Fail 1 Dec 2020 66,929 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

surface corrosion under

Pass 28 Jun 2019 63,766 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears cracking on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 28 Jun 2019 63,766 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill to floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill to floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill behind axle mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low and has a nail in it (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears cracking on edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 59,544 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 55,071 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 51,406 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2015 45,527 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

small splits in offside wiper blade

Pass 14 Aug 2014 40,294 miles

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

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

wipers smearing on screen

Pass 16 Aug 2013 34,633 miles

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

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

front brake discs corroded

Pass 3 Aug 2012 28,129 miles

nearside front lower arm rear bush slightly split

offside front lower arm rear bush slightly split

Pass 18 Aug 2011 21,164 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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FM08 TZT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 FM08 TZT, 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 FM08 TZT registered?

FM08 TZT is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 August 2008.

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