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J888 PAP

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,489 mi
Last recorded22,489 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ888 PAP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 22,489 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2025 22,489 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 20,997 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 19,770 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 19,770 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 19,275 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 17,903 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 15,504 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 12,697 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 10,208 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 10,208 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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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J888 PAP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 J888 PAP, 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 J888 PAP registered?

J888 PAP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is J888 PAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J888 PAP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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