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PJ08 FPN

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

31,387 mi
Last recorded31,387 miles
Recorded on26 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 FPN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2020 31,387 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill/ wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine coolant level is low

Pass 17 Apr 2019 29,107 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive seat mount/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Apr 2019 29,107 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive seat mount/floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2018 25,543 miles

both sides rear tyres are perishing

Pass 25 Apr 2017 24,251 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 14 Apr 2016 23,190 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 14 Apr 2016 23,190 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 22,423 miles

nearside & offside rear & nearside front tyre side walls perished.

nearside front tyre edge of tread worn to 2mm.

Pass 1 Apr 2014 21,636 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 21,095 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 20,169 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Mar 2011 19,029 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 19,029 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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PJ08 FPN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 PJ08 FPN, 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 PJ08 FPN registered?

PJ08 FPN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is PJ08 FPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for PJ08 FPN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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