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KT08 CDV

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

60,505 mi
Last recorded60,505 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKT08 CDV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Fail 30 Dec 2025 60,505 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill several places (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Arch to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Oct 2024 43,705 miles

Nearside Front 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))

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

all chassis generally corroded

Fail 4 Oct 2024 43,705 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front 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))

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

all chassis generally corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2023 39,853 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 15 Sep 2023 39,852 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 36,469 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 33,767 miles

Both front tyres are more than half worn / getting close to the legal limit

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Nearside Front 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))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 28,960 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 28,088 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 25,555 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 25,089 miles

Nearside Front tyre perished, no cords exposed

Offside Front tyre perished, no cords exposed

Offside Rear tyre perished, no cords exposed

Fail 6 Mar 2017 25,089 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front tyre perished, no cords exposed

Offside Front tyre perished, no cords exposed

Offside Rear tyre perished, no cords exposed

Pass 3 Mar 2016 24,453 miles

Nearside Front tyre perished no cords exposed

Nearside Rear tyre perished no cords exposed

Offside Front tyre perished no cords exposed

Fail 3 Mar 2016 24,453 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front tyre perished no cords exposed

Nearside Rear tyre perished no cords exposed

Offside Front tyre perished no cords exposed

Pass 17 Feb 2015 23,258 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 22,411 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 21,670 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 20,704 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 18,687 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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KT08 CDV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 KT08 CDV, 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 KT08 CDV registered?

KT08 CDV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 June 2008.

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The MOT history for KT08 CDV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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