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KS08 UTV

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,666 mi
Last recorded65,666 miles
Recorded on24 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 UTV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Dec 2019 65,666 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 59,415 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 50,013 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre on 2mm and worn edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 40,647 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 40,647 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 32,871 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 29,658 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower 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)

Fail 19 Jul 2013 26,081 miles

Spare tyre defective

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 26,081 miles

Spare tyre defective

Pass 26 Jun 2012 14,749 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 14,749 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 5,173 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 UTV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UTV, 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 UTV registered?

KS08 UTV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is KS08 UTV safe to buy?

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