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KP08 URX

2008 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

57,169 mi
Last recorded57,169 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 URX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 57,169 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracked/perished

Fail 5 Apr 2019 57,169 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracked/perished

Pass 16 Mar 2018 55,260 miles

Body has slight corrosion both innersills (6.1.B.2)

Nearside mirror cover broken

Fail 12 Mar 2018 55,252 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Body has slight corrosion both innersills (6.1.B.2)

Nearside mirror cover broken

Pass 3 Jan 2017 49,266 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 44,913 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 40,000 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Mar 2014 34,629 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 31,200 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 28,719 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2011 18,292 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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KP08 URX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 URX, 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 KP08 URX registered?

KP08 URX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is KP08 URX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP08 URX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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