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MW08 EDF

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

57,037 mi
Last recorded57,037 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW08 EDF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2020 57,037 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2020 57,037 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken coil spring broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak from gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 52,192 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 42,651 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements wont turn off (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2018 42,651 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction displayed on dash (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s o/s wipers split/worn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements wont turn off (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 36,885 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2016 33,093 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 29,934 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 25,710 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 19,827 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 14,005 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 9,568 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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MW08 EDF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc 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 MW08 EDF, 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 MW08 EDF registered?

MW08 EDF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 May 2008.

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