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OE08 EHY

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

60,856 mi
Last recorded60,856 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Mar 2022 60,856 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner/ outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2021 51,938 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2021 51,938 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 44,901 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 28 Mar 2020 44,900 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 36,203 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 33,547 miles

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

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

corrosion forming o/s/f floor to sill

Pass 4 Apr 2017 30,849 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 27,405 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2016 27,405 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 23,235 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 19,902 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 10,433 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 9,013 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 6,784 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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OE08 EHY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc 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 OE08 EHY, 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 EHY registered?

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

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