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KS08 UTM

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2018
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,406 mi
Last recorded61,406 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 UTM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 24 May 2017 61,406 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both inner rears (2.4.G.2)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 19 May 2016 56,793 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre perished

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 23 May 2015 53,349 miles

Front brake discs corroded (Inner face)

N/s/f suspension arm rear bush peeling

N/s/f tyre 1.6mm of tread on outer edge (165/65/13)

O/s/f suspension arm rear bush starting to peel

O/s/f tyre 2mm of tread on edges

O/s/r tyre 3mm of tread on inner edge

O/s/r tyre cracking on outer edge

Pass 27 May 2014 50,169 miles

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

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

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

Pass 29 May 2013 40,766 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 2 May 2012 30,094 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 23,551 miles

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)

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 UTM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 UTM, 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 UTM registered?

KS08 UTM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is KS08 UTM safe to buy?

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