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KS08 TWF

2008 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

75,507 mi
Last recorded75,507 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 TWF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2022 75,507 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

both side inner sills corroded

both side outer sills corroded

underbody corroded

Fail 21 Jul 2022 75,507 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

both side inner sills corroded

both side outer sills corroded

underbody corroded

Pass 5 Aug 2021 66,694 miles

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill close to mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

exhaust mounting broken

nearside sill corroded

offside chassis corrosion

offside sill corroded

park brake only just passed it may need repair or adjustment

Pass 24 Jul 2020 65,318 miles

Front brake discs corroded slightly

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

corrosion to various places under car but not yet to excess

wipers smearing slightly

Fail 24 Mar 2020 65,294 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp functioning incorrectly (1.1.10 (g))

numerous patches of corrosion to sills and underside … not yet excessive

Pass 23 Mar 2019 62,970 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside subframe mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 58,950 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 58,557 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 55,732 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 52,650 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 47,711 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 44,386 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 36,098 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Pass 27 May 2011 26,901 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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KS08 TWF is a 2008 Ford Ka in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KS08 TWF, 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 KS08 TWF registered?

KS08 TWF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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