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FX58 XDK

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Sep 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

70,712 mi
Last recorded70,712 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX58 XDK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2019 70,712 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2019 70,709 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 65,493 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded near radiator (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 59,086 miles

offside outer sill corroding

Fail 25 Aug 2017 59,086 miles

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

offside outer sill corroding

Pass 26 Aug 2016 49,479 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 49,479 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 43,475 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2015 43,475 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2014 39,146 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 31,976 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 23,473 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 16,421 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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FX58 XDK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FX58 XDK, 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 FX58 XDK registered?

FX58 XDK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 2 September 2008.

Is FX58 XDK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX58 XDK shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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