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MW08 XXG

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

117,585 mi
Last recorded117,585 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW08 XXG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2017 117,585 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 110,633 miles

slight play in o/s/r top mount / under body corrosion / rear inner sills corroding

slight seperation on wishbone bushes / slight corrosion on front discs /

Pass 1 Jun 2015 103,697 miles

SLIGHT UNDER BODY CORROSION / NOISE IN REAR BRAKES

Pass 16 Jun 2014 96,871 miles

WIPERS / SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S/R TOP MOUNT / SLIGHT UNDER BODY CORROSION

Pass 12 Jun 2013 85,265 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

coolant leak onto transmission

rear brake noise on application

Pass 12 Jun 2012 73,715 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

abnormal tyre wear on near side and off side front tyres and worn close to the legal limit wheel alignment required

Fail 12 Jun 2012 73,714 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

abnormal tyre wear on near side and off side front tyres and worn close to the legal limit wheel alignment required

Pass 10 Jun 2011 55,516 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Jun 2011 55,516 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 XXG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MW08 XXG, 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 MW08 XXG registered?

MW08 XXG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is MW08 XXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW08 XXG shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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