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OE08 KFK

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

67,234 mi
Last recorded67,234 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 KFK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2021 67,234 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 51,728 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2020 51,728 miles

Front Bumper insecure nearside corner (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill holed by corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

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

coolant level below minimum

Pass 18 Jun 2019 43,899 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge boarder line pass (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge boarder line pass (5.2.3 (e))

front brake hoses routed differently from each other

Fail 18 Jun 2019 43,899 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge boarder line pass (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge boarder line pass (5.2.3 (e))

front brake hoses routed differently from each other

Pass 25 Jun 2018 31,386 miles

n/s/f flexible brake hose not routed same has o/s/f

Pass 3 Jul 2017 28,143 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 26,748 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 21,624 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 20 Jun 2014 15,556 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 10,105 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 8,308 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Very small cracks / cuts in both front tyres - advise only

Fail 29 May 2012 8,308 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Very small cracks / cuts in both front tyres - advise only

Pass 4 Jun 2011 3,366 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 KFK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 KFK, 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 KFK registered?

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

Is OE08 KFK safe to buy?

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