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MF08 FZG

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

72,118 mi
Last recorded72,118 miles
Recorded on20 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 FZG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2020 72,118 miles

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

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 May 2019 60,485 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 24 May 2019 60,485 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 44,137 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 37,917 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

oil leak

Pass 29 Feb 2016 34,564 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2015 31,399 miles

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

Oil leak

both front brake discs worn

both front tyres worn

sections of all coil springs covered by sleeving

Pass 28 Feb 2014 27,610 miles

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

sections of coil springs covered by sleeving

Pass 11 Mar 2013 24,209 miles

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

sections of front coil springs covered by sleeving

Pass 22 Feb 2012 20,994 miles

sections of coil springs covered by sleeving

Fail 22 Feb 2012 20,994 miles

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

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

sections of coil springs covered by sleeving

Pass 16 Mar 2011 17,191 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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MF08 FZG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 MF08 FZG, 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 MF08 FZG registered?

MF08 FZG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is MF08 FZG safe to buy?

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