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FT08 ESV

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

29,140 mi
Last recorded29,140 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 ESV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2022 29,140 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 28,011 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2021 28,009 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 27,551 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 25,664 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 23,397 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 21,017 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 18,599 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2016 18,597 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 May 2015 16,352 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 14,463 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Jun 2013 12,870 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 11,237 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 8,806 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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FT08 ESV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 FT08 ESV, 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 FT08 ESV registered?

FT08 ESV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is FT08 ESV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT08 ESV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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