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FN08 EVW

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

44,741 mi
Last recorded44,741 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN08 EVW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 44,741 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 41,070 miles

nearside and offside outer sills have corrosion

nearside front and offside front inner arches have corrosion

rear arm bushes worn

Fail 22 Sep 2017 40,991 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and offside rear inner sills (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

nearside and offside outer sills have corrosion

nearside front and offside front inner arches have corrosion

rear arm bushes worn

Pass 26 Sep 2016 35,993 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 33,939 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 31,985 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 27 Oct 2013 28,884 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2013 28,884 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 25,186 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 20,113 miles

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

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

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 EVW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EVW, 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 EVW registered?

FN08 EVW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is FN08 EVW safe to buy?

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