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OE08 KGV

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,729 mi
Last recorded94,729 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE08 KGV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 94,729 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 165/65/13 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

engine oil on min

reverse light not working

underside corroded in many places

Fail 17 Jun 2024 94,729 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm 165/65/13 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

engine oil on min

reverse light not working

underside corroded in many places

Pass 19 Jun 2023 92,412 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fuel cap area body has slight corrosion

Offside Front inner seals has corrosion but not excessive

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

Underside body covered in underseal

oil leak

Fail 7 Jun 2023 92,403 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting suspension mounting area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill AND MIDDLE sill also has corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting suspension mounting area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fuel cap area body has slight corrosion

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

oil leak

Pass 11 Jun 2022 88,960 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective + Corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Reversing light not working

Slightly under body corrosion

Pass 21 May 2021 85,716 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

both outer sills and front floors corroded

engine oil deposits

exhaust corroded

Pass 13 Jun 2020 81,411 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 74,817 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 74,817 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2018 66,792 miles
Fail 17 May 2018 66,792 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 May 2017 58,667 miles
Fail 11 May 2017 58,665 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 10 May 2016 53,947 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 50,411 miles

coolant low

oil leak

Pass 16 May 2014 45,624 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 42,388 miles

slight damage to n/s/f wheel rim.

Fail 2 Jul 2012 37,369 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2012 37,369 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 30,809 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 30,808 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside front wheel nuts are on the wrong way

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 KGV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KGV, 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 KGV registered?

OE08 KGV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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