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MX08 ZFP

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

68,127 mi
Last recorded68,127 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX08 ZFP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2021 68,127 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced flitch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced flitch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2021 68,127 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced flitch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced flitch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2020 63,458 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2020 63,458 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 59,306 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 53,666 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

both front tyres wearing inner edges

Pass 14 Feb 2017 46,688 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 46,688 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 40,226 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2015 36,329 miles

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

coolant level low

front brake discs and pads worn

Pass 5 Mar 2014 31,719 miles

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

front brake discs slightly worn and have corrosion on inner faces

ns front tyre wearing on edges

rear tyres starting to perish and crack slightly

Pass 20 Mar 2013 27,958 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 22,032 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 16,041 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 16,024 miles

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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MX08 ZFP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 MX08 ZFP, 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 MX08 ZFP registered?

MX08 ZFP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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The MOT history for MX08 ZFP shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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