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RA08 XXU

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

58,233 mi
Last recorded58,233 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 XXU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 58,233 miles

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

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))

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 16 Jul 2026 58,233 miles

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

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 Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 55,383 miles

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2024 52,213 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2024 52,208 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor/seat mount as marked (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sub frame chassis mount where marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2023 48,675 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside front and offside front chassis leg sub frame mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 47,056 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both blades (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 45,498 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 21 Jul 2020 43,959 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 40,084 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 16 May 2018 35,390 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 32,176 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2017 32,174 miles

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 14 May 2016 27,939 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 24,914 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 18,372 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 16,437 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 16,437 miles

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

wipers worn

Pass 6 Aug 2012 13,656 miles

strong advise n/s/f inner wheel rim distorted

Pass 3 Aug 2011 10,975 miles

strong advise n/s/f inner wheel rim damaged

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 XXU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RA08 XXU, 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 RA08 XXU registered?

RA08 XXU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 August 2008.

Is RA08 XXU safe to buy?

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