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RE08 FMY

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

73,093 mi
Last recorded73,093 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 FMY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 73,093 miles
Fail 19 May 2025 73,093 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2024 66,773 miles
Fail 28 May 2024 66,773 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2022 57,584 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2022 57,584 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2021 47,745 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2021 47,745 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2020 40,583 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 33,886 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2018 27,293 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 22,203 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 20,032 miles

coolant level low/coolant leak

front tyre treads worn close to wear bars and low on edges

Pass 22 Jun 2015 17,407 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jun 2014 14,493 miles

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly damaged (2.3.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 11,416 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 9,055 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 6,491 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 FMY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FMY, 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 FMY registered?

RE08 FMY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 July 2008.

Is RE08 FMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 FMY shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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