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MA08 FFV

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

94,666 mi
Last recorded94,666 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA08 FFV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2018 94,666 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 90,961 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Jan 2017 81,743 miles

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

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion o/s n/s sill backs and sills and floors (6.1.B.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2016 75,152 miles

coolant leak

oil leak

Fail 8 Mar 2016 75,152 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

coolant leak

oil leak

Pass 20 Mar 2015 64,754 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 64,754 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 22 Mar 2014 53,018 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 53,018 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 42,226 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)

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

Fail 20 Mar 2013 42,226 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)

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2012 31,915 miles

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

front brake discs and pads worn

Pass 25 Mar 2011 23,150 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2011 23,150 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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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MA08 FFV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MA08 FFV, 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 MA08 FFV registered?

MA08 FFV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is MA08 FFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA08 FFV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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