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PJ08 FXL

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

80,528 mi
Last recorded80,528 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2016 80,528 miles

All underbody coated in mud.

Fail 2 Jun 2016 80,526 miles

Front Brake pad(s) modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

All underbody coated in mud.

Both front windows wont open.

Front bumper trims insecure.

Pass 5 May 2015 77,907 miles

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

exhaust system corroded

o/s sill and n/s sill corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2014 69,803 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 69,803 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Spare tyre defective

e m l light on dashboard

o/s/f tyre wearing on edges

Fail 2 Apr 2013 62,251 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 62,251 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 53,526 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 50,538 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

centre stop led inop

Fail 9 Mar 2011 44,729 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 44,729 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 FXL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 PJ08 FXL, 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 FXL registered?

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

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