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ML08 WUW

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

47,042 mi
Last recorded47,042 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 WUW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2023 47,042 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 38,577 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2020 26,278 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2020 26,270 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 22,300 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 21,529 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2018 20,184 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 18,660 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2017 18,660 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam new bulb fitted on test (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 17,012 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 15,173 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 13,249 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 11,120 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 9,263 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 7,318 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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ML08 WUW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 ML08 WUW, 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 ML08 WUW registered?

ML08 WUW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 April 2008.

Is ML08 WUW safe to buy?

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