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RA08 KZX

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

61,871 mi
Last recorded61,871 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 KZX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 61,871 miles

Nearside Front Floor area corroded.

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Outer Sill corroded.

Offside Front Floor area corroded.

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Condensation (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Outer Sill corroded.

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

Pass 6 Aug 2025 57,957 miles

Front Both floor areas corroded.

Nearside Condensation in headlight

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Sill corroded.

Offside Outer Sill corroded.

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

Fail 4 Aug 2025 57,957 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Front Both floor areas corroded.

Nearside Condensation in headlight

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Sill corroded.

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Sill corroded.

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

Pass 6 Aug 2024 55,600 miles

Fuel tank is corroding

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Heavy corrosion floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 30 Jul 2024 55,599 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Hole outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill and inner wheel arch next to rear axle mount! (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Holes in floor and inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill and inner wheel arch next to rear axle mount! (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced X4 holes in outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fuel tank is corroding

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Heavy corrosion floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2023 54,503 miles

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mounts both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

car very rusty underneath

Fail 28 Jul 2023 54,503 miles

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

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mounts both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

car very rusty underneath

Pass 21 Jul 2022 53,319 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 52,084 miles

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

outer cills starting to rust

Pass 9 Jul 2020 50,562 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 48,852 miles

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

Fail 9 Jul 2019 48,852 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 47,145 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 47,144 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2017 45,392 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear both tyres perished

Fail 20 Jul 2017 45,392 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear both tyres perished

Pass 28 Jul 2016 43,807 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Jul 2016 43,807 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 41,729 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 41,729 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 37,424 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2013 33,534 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 33,534 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 29,686 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 25,187 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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RA08 KZX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 RA08 KZX, 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 RA08 KZX registered?

RA08 KZX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is RA08 KZX safe to buy?

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