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RE08 CGK

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,213 mi
Last recorded56,213 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 CGK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 56,213 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2026 56,213 miles

Central Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2025 50,029 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 45,168 miles

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

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

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 17 Aug 2024 45,168 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2023 41,131 miles

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 37,333 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2022 37,333 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 28,087 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 26,783 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2020 26,783 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2019 26,261 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 25,443 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 22,541 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 21,237 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2015 19,630 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 17,509 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 13,440 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 8,030 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 3,311 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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RE08 CGK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc 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 RE08 CGK, 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 RE08 CGK registered?

RE08 CGK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is RE08 CGK safe to buy?

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