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RA57 KMM

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

45,250 mi
Last recorded45,250 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA57 KMM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2022 45,250 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2022 45,218 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 42,977 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 30 Mar 2021 42,974 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 40,411 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2019 36,439 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 30,101 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2017 23,418 miles

cracks in both front tyre sidewalls.( not exposing chords at time of test).

Fail 16 Jan 2017 23,418 miles

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

cracks in both front tyre sidewalls.( not exposing chords at time of test).

Pass 9 Jan 2016 17,776 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 16,922 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 16,123 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 15,138 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 14,140 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 13,244 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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RA57 KMM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 RA57 KMM, 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 RA57 KMM registered?

RA57 KMM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is RA57 KMM safe to buy?

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