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KJ08 XHB

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

85,659 mi
Last recorded85,659 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKJ08 XHB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2020 85,659 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to inner sill in several places (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2020 85,639 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to inner sill in several places (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor to inner sill in several places (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 82,802 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 98,593 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Dec 2018 98,593 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 18 Dec 2017 74,411 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2017 74,411 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Dec 2016 70,519 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 66,587 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 60,338 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 54,545 miles

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

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

n/s/r tyre wall starting to crack

Fail 7 Jan 2014 54,544 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

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

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

n/s/r tyre wall starting to crack

Pass 7 Jan 2013 47,829 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2012 44,508 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 44,508 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Jul 2011 32,372 miles

ADVISE BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN TO 2.0.MM. KLEBER. 165/65/R13/77T.

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 32,372 miles

ADVISE BOTH FRONT TYRES WORN TO 2.0.MM. KLEBER. 165/65/R13/77T.

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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KJ08 XHB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 KJ08 XHB, 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 KJ08 XHB registered?

KJ08 XHB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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