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KL08 RXG

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

38,667 mi
Last recorded38,667 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL08 RXG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2019 38,667 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 12 Jun 2018 32,121 miles

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

underbody covered in underseal

Pass 2 Jun 2017 25,509 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2017 25,509 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2016 22,792 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 19,223 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 17,284 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2014 17,284 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 18 Jun 2013 16,607 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 16,607 miles

front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 16 Aug 2012 13,449 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 12,701 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 9,960 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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KL08 RXG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey 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 KL08 RXG, 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 KL08 RXG registered?

KL08 RXG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 March 2008.

Is KL08 RXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for KL08 RXG 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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