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FN08 EWA

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

114,507 mi
Last recorded114,507 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN08 EWA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 19 Mar 2022 114,507 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively nearside & offside (3.4 (b) (ii))

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))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside & offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective nearside & offside (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2021 111,309 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion forming on underside

Fail 20 Apr 2021 111,309 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

corrosion forming on underside

Pass 15 May 2020 106,676 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2019 104,306 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 104,305 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 98,955 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2017 94,581 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside& Offside (3.5.1i)

Fail 21 Apr 2017 94,581 miles

Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded nearside & offside seal (2.4.A.3)

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Nearside & Offside seal (2.4.A.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside& Offside (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 89,659 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 84,755 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 80,169 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2013 74,422 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

n s f brake binding slighty

Pass 16 Apr 2012 60,451 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 45,255 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)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 EWA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FN08 EWA, 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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FN08 EWA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 August 2008.

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