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RA08 TVM

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

40,063 mi
Last recorded40,063 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 TVM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 40,063 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

can't see brakes though wheels

Fail 15 Jul 2014 32,970 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f tyre is perished

Pass 15 Jul 2014 32,970 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/f tyre is perished

Pass 25 Jul 2013 27,746 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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 27 Jul 2012 22,706 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 27 Jul 2012 22,700 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 21 Jul 2011 16,616 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Jul 2011 16,616 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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 TVM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 RA08 TVM, 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 TVM registered?

RA08 TVM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 July 2008.

Is RA08 TVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA08 TVM shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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