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MJ08 ESN

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

57,683 mi
Last recorded57,683 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 ESN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 5 Oct 2020 57,683 miles

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 56,842 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Sep 2019 56,842 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 55,217 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe (inner sills) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 52,317 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 49,400 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2015 46,703 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2014 44,095 miles

n/s/f tyre worn low inner edge

rear tyres starting to split

Pass 6 Jul 2013 37,681 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 4 Jul 2012 25,147 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 13,677 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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MJ08 ESN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MJ08 ESN, 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 MJ08 ESN registered?

MJ08 ESN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is MJ08 ESN safe to buy?

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