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MJ08 UWY

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,018 mi
Last recorded38,018 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 UWY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2019 38,018 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2019 38,018 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 37,120 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 34,653 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 32,058 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 28,683 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 23,800 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 18,986 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 13,390 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 9,382 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 UWY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 UWY, 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 MJ08 UWY registered?

MJ08 UWY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is MJ08 UWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ08 UWY shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MJ08 UWY have outstanding finance?

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