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PJ08 FSD

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

70,391 mi
Last recorded70,391 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 FSD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 70,391 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low and mis-shapen on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Under vehicle has corrosion

Fail 18 Mar 2026 70,391 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Low and mis-shapen on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Under vehicle has corrosion

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

Pass 26 Mar 2025 64,505 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2024 58,159 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2024 58,155 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Feb 2023 52,376 miles

Offside Rear outer sill corroded

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 47,838 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 21 Feb 2022 47,838 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2021 39,787 miles

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

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

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

washer pump pipes frozen

Fail 10 Feb 2021 39,787 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2020 34,541 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 33,954 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre close and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 21 Jan 2019 33,950 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill within 30cm of axle mount (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill within 30cm of axle mount (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre close and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Feb 2018 32,970 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 31,480 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 29,756 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 28,102 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 26,076 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 24,813 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 22,146 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 19,765 miles

child seat fitted to rear

rear tyres getting low 3 mm tread

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 FSD 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 76.2%.

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 FSD, 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 PJ08 FSD registered?

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

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The MOT history for PJ08 FSD shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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