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OE08 KFG

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

38,936 mi
Last recorded38,936 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 KFG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 38,936 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2025 38,346 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2024 37,973 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 37,345 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 36,576 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2022 36,576 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2021 36,023 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 35,387 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2019 35,089 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 34,595 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 34,146 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both rear and n/s/f tyres cracking

Fail 1 Jun 2017 34,146 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both rear and n/s/f tyres cracking

Pass 10 May 2016 33,385 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 20 May 2015 32,751 miles

n/s/r tyre wall deteriorated advise replacement

Pass 12 May 2014 30,347 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 29,652 miles

n/s/r tyre perishing outer wall

Pass 23 May 2012 28,652 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 24,484 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 KFG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 KFG, 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 OE08 KFG registered?

OE08 KFG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is OE08 KFG safe to buy?

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