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PE08 UHL

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

32,468 mi
Last recorded32,468 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 UHL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 32,468 miles

Vehicle underside has been undersealed

Pass 27 Jun 2025 30,769 miles

Vehicle underside has been undersealed

Pass 11 Jun 2024 30,348 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 29,605 miles

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

Fail 10 Jun 2023 29,605 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2019 29,283 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier inside engine bay. (4.13 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test item hanging from internal rear view mirror.

Pass 4 Apr 2018 28,919 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 28,502 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 27,854 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 27,854 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 2 Apr 2015 26,159 miles

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

slight bind on N/S/F brake

Pass 2 Apr 2015 26,159 miles

slight bind on N/S/F brake

Pass 3 Apr 2014 25,795 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2012 25,466 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 25,466 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 21,754 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2011 21,754 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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PE08 UHL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 PE08 UHL, 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

How do I check the history of PE08 UHL?

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What year was PE08 UHL registered?

PE08 UHL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is PE08 UHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE08 UHL shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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