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MF08 EEO

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

78,180 mi
Last recorded78,180 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 EEO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2019 78,180 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

both front tyres wearing on inner quarters

Pass 19 Mar 2018 72,930 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

under o/s sill getting corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2017 69,623 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 69,623 miles

Nearside Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 67,484 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 65,901 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

O/S/F TYRE STARTING TO CRACK NOT SHOWING CORDS

Pass 27 Mar 2014 60,487 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 60,452 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 53,808 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 53,808 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 46,136 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2012 45,912 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

different size tyres front and rear

Pass 25 Mar 2011 36,451 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 36,451 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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MF08 EEO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc 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 MF08 EEO, 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 MF08 EEO registered?

MF08 EEO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 March 2008.

Is MF08 EEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF08 EEO 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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