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OE08 EGZ

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,048 mi
Last recorded43,048 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 EGZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 43,048 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

advise general corrosion around underside of vehicle

Fail 3 May 2017 43,048 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded lower sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded lower sill (2.4.A.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

advise general corrosion around underside of vehicle

Pass 3 May 2016 40,001 miles

Both rear tyres heavily perished

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 9 May 2015 35,399 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 33,878 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 29,989 miles

Both rear tyres have perished side walls

Pass 23 May 2012 26,256 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 20,887 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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OE08 EGZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OE08 EGZ, 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 OE08 EGZ registered?

OE08 EGZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is OE08 EGZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE08 EGZ shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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