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KP58 RCX

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

54,919 mi
Last recorded54,919 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP58 RCX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2023 54,919 miles

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

Offside sill corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 44,756 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2022 44,754 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 38,205 miles

o/s/f outer sill corroded but not near any load bearing points

Fail 12 Oct 2021 38,205 miles

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

o/s/f outer sill corroded but not near any load bearing points

Pass 27 Oct 2020 35,842 miles

Offside outer sill panel slight corrosion.

Pass 14 Nov 2019 34,055 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 33,647 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 33,627 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2017 33,627 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2016 32,394 miles

both rear tyres cracked

Fail 5 Oct 2016 32,394 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both rear tyres cracked

Pass 5 Oct 2015 32,349 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 32,349 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2014 31,561 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 30,576 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 13 Oct 2012 25,030 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 18,321 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2011 18,321 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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KP58 RCX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 KP58 RCX, 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 KP58 RCX registered?

KP58 RCX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is KP58 RCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP58 RCX shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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