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KP08 UPM

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

49,435 mi
Last recorded49,435 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 UPM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2024 49,435 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front chassis side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Tailgate corroded at bottom seam

Fail 6 Sep 2024 49,435 miles

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

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front chassis side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Tailgate corroded at bottom seam

Pass 23 Aug 2023 44,203 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis, both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2023 44,203 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis, both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2022 30,808 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch, subframe prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch, subframe prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill. subframe ,ounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2021 20,097 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 19,364 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 18,576 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2019 18,575 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 17,558 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 16,488 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 16,480 miles

Emissions not tested lambo sensor (7.3.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 15,589 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 5,176 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 1,737 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 1,571 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 1,178 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 24 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 4,001 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

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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KP08 UPM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 KP08 UPM, 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 KP08 UPM registered?

KP08 UPM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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