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PF08 WFM

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,824 mi
Last recorded48,824 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF08 WFM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2018 48,824 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 44,051 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear. (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres feathering. both rear tyre treads starting to crack.

Fail 27 Jul 2017 44,050 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear brake application uneven both. (3.7.B.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear. (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres feathering. both rear tyre treads starting to crack.

Pass 5 Aug 2016 37,439 miles

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both front (2.5.A.1c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

both front tyres feathering.

Fail 5 Aug 2016 37,439 miles

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both front (2.5.A.1c)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

both front tyres feathering.

Pass 21 Jul 2015 30,318 miles

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

Fail 21 Jul 2015 30,318 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 23,012 miles

Both rear tyre sidewalls cracked but not to the cords yet

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 2 Jul 2014 22,881 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 15,552 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 15,299 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 14,378 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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PF08 WFM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PF08 WFM, 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 PF08 WFM registered?

PF08 WFM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 July 2008.

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