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MX08 ZHB

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,451 mi
Last recorded31,451 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX08 ZHB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 31,451 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2024 30,633 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2023 30,220 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 29,734 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 29,462 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 29,441 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2020 27,494 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 26,771 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 25,992 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 25,075 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2016 22,287 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2015 19,392 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 16,232 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 16,232 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 14,594 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 12,937 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2011 11,245 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/f brake disc slightly worn

o/s/f brake disc slightly worn

Pass 28 Apr 2011 11,245 miles

n/s/f brake disc slightly worn

o/s/f brake disc slightly worn

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 ZHB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 MX08 ZHB, 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 MX08 ZHB registered?

MX08 ZHB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 September 2008.

Is MX08 ZHB safe to buy?

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