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KV08 ZFD

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,554 mi
Last recorded63,554 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV08 ZFD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2019 63,554 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2019 63,554 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect incorrectly positioned bulb (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 71,345 miles

battery secured with cable ties

service brake and parking brake just met the legal requirement

Pass 12 May 2017 60,318 miles

lambda reading only just in limit

Fail 12 May 2017 60,318 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

lambda reading only just in limit

Pass 11 Mar 2016 53,600 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 43,571 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Mar 2015 43,349 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2014 35,164 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 26,335 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2012 17,451 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 17,447 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 17,011 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2011 16,145 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 15,918 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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KV08 ZFD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KV08 ZFD, 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 KV08 ZFD registered?

KV08 ZFD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is KV08 ZFD safe to buy?

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