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FT08 EWG

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

70,794 mi
Last recorded70,794 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT08 EWG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2022 70,794 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 70,136 miles

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" BUSHES BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

UNDERSIDE CORRODED

Pass 11 Aug 2020 66,195 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 61,864 miles

Nearside Front Body panel slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 May 2019 61,864 miles

Nearside Front Body panel slightly loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 55,610 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 49,147 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 24 Jun 2017 48,985 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low manual adjuster not working (1.8)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 36,891 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2016 36,891 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jun 2015 25,085 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 24,962 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2014 13,985 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 11,848 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2012 10,092 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 10,092 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 7,944 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 EWG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FT08 EWG, 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 FT08 EWG registered?

FT08 EWG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is FT08 EWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FT08 EWG shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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