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KS08 TWJ

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

62,352 mi
Last recorded62,352 miles
Recorded on10 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 TWJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 May 2019 62,352 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front floor corroding

Fail 10 May 2019 62,349 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front floor corroding

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 59,168 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

n/s/f tyre small cuts

Fail 27 Apr 2018 59,168 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

n/s/f tyre small cuts

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jun 2017 52,570 miles

Both rear tyres cracking in tread to sidewall on inner and outer edges

Fail 26 Jun 2017 52,570 miles

Both rear tyres cracking in tread to sidewall on inner and outer edges

Nearside Steering locking device missing Track rod end split pin corroded and broken (2.2.C.1g)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 46,831 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre side Wall Cracking

Pass 2 May 2015 41,410 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 17 May 2014 36,106 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 36,106 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 13 May 2013 29,256 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 21,384 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 14,665 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 TWJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc 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 KS08 TWJ, 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 KS08 TWJ registered?

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

Is KS08 TWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS08 TWJ 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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