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OE08 KGA

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

42,483 mi
Last recorded42,483 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 KGA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2021 42,483 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

both front floors rusty

front chassis rusty

o/s/outer sill rusty

Pass 18 Jun 2020 37,794 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 31,806 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 31,806 miles

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

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

Pass 29 May 2018 25,602 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 21,611 miles

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

offside and nearside front floor slightly corroded

Fail 1 Jun 2017 21,611 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside and nearside front floor slightly corroded

Pass 7 Jun 2016 18,755 miles

front wiper blades slightly juddering

fuel tank got surface corrision

Pass 2 Jun 2015 17,651 miles

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

both rear tyre perished and crack in tread

Pass 10 Jun 2014 16,357 miles

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

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

both front tyres perished badly

both front tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 11 Jun 2013 14,757 miles

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

front brake discs slightly worn inner

offside front tyre low on inner edge

Fail 11 Jun 2013 14,757 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

front brake discs slightly worn inner

offside front tyre low on inner edge

Pass 29 May 2012 12,892 miles

front brake discs slightly worn inner edge

Pass 7 Jun 2011 10,098 miles

front brake discs slightly worn inner

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 KGA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black 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 KGA, 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 KGA registered?

OE08 KGA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 June 2008.

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The MOT history for OE08 KGA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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