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FP08 XNY

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,464 mi
Last recorded53,464 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 XNY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2016 53,464 miles

nearside front quarter bumper missing

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 23 Mar 2016 53,459 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nearside front quarter bumper missing

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Feb 2015 46,092 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 46,092 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Feb 2014 35,290 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 27,528 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

all 4 tyres have crackes on side wall

o/s/r and n/s/r tyres on 2mm

Pass 12 Feb 2013 27,528 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

all 4 tyres have crackes on side wall

o/s/r and n/s/r tyres on 2mm

Pass 19 Mar 2012 21,922 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 17,544 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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FP08 XNY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FP08 XNY, 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 FP08 XNY registered?

FP08 XNY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 May 2008.

Is FP08 XNY safe to buy?

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