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KS57 XSF

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

90,145 mi
Last recorded90,145 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS57 XSF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2017 90,145 miles

Front Tyres worn on inner edge

Oil leak

Rear Body has slight corrosion inside of both sills (6.1.B.2)

Rear Body has slight corrosion inside of both sills (6.1.B.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2016 77,860 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Fail 29 Oct 2016 77,593 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users bulb clip missing (1.8.A.1a)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 9 Nov 2015 66,446 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 9 Nov 2015 66,446 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 57,489 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2013 49,228 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 35,475 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 26,805 miles

Oil leak from gearbox

Pass 22 Oct 2010 22,220 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 21,843 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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KS57 XSF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 KS57 XSF, 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 KS57 XSF registered?

KS57 XSF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is KS57 XSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS57 XSF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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