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FN08 CXO

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

24,023 mi
Last recorded24,023 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN08 CXO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 24,023 miles

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

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

accident damage to n/s/r tailgate. Rear lamp pushed in but still operational

Fail 14 Aug 2025 24,020 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

accident damage to n/s/r tailgate , rear lamp pushed in but still operational

Pass 3 Sep 2024 21,169 miles

Nearside Rear light pushed in

Pass 9 Sep 2023 17,421 miles

Brake hose slightly twisted N/S/F & O/S/F (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Under the vehicle general muddy

Pass 10 Sep 2022 15,627 miles

Coolant on minimum

Covers and Shields fitted

Front BOTH front brake pipes slightly twisted

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 14,269 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 14,090 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 13,599 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2018 12,352 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 18 Apr 2018 12,352 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 Apr 2017 8,400 miles

slight corrosion to o/s outter sill.

Pass 19 Apr 2016 4,853 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 4,672 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 4,523 miles

all four tyres walls cracked

Pass 18 Jul 2013 4,320 miles

all four tyres have cracks on outer walls

Pass 19 Jul 2012 4,118 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2012 4,118 miles

Offside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 19 Jul 2011 3,885 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 3,885 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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FN08 CXO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FN08 CXO, 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 FN08 CXO registered?

FN08 CXO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 July 2008.

Is FN08 CXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN08 CXO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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