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MM08 TMY

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

22,081 mi
Last recorded22,081 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM08 TMY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 22,081 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 20,005 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/65/14, 79h (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 16,657 miles

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

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

Offside TRACK ROD END SPLIT PIN CORODDED

Pass 9 Feb 2023 13,807 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 10,596 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2021 7,685 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2020 5,900 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 5,890 miles

Nearside Rear tyre side wall cracking

Offside Front tyre side wall cracking

Offside Rear tyre side wall cracking

Pass 24 Jun 2014 5,827 miles

all 4 tyre sidewalls cracking (165/65/13)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 5,731 miles

all 4 tyre sidewalls cracking - advise replacement

Fail 25 Jun 2013 5,731 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all 4 tyre sidewalls cracking - advise replacement

Pass 9 Jul 2012 5,693 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 5,470 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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MM08 TMY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MM08 TMY, 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 MM08 TMY registered?

MM08 TMY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is MM08 TMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM08 TMY shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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