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RE08 UUS

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

142,664 mi
Last recorded142,664 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 UUS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 5 Apr 2019 142,664 miles

Driver's seat with a defective structure unable to move back rest forward (6.2.5 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing around fuel housing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired boot stops (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength boot stops (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive on door pillar (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2017 133,408 miles

OIL STAINING AROUN POWER STEERING PRESSURE SENSOR SWITCH

REAR EXHAUST BRACKET RUSTY

Fail 25 Sep 2017 133,408 miles

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

OIL STAINING AROUN POWER STEERING PRESSURE SENSOR SWITCH

REAR EXHAUST BRACKET RUSTY

Pass 26 Sep 2016 116,654 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 98,946 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 81,619 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 81,619 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 26 Sep 2013 63,164 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil staining power steering pipe area below radiator

slight deterioration o/s front suspension, lower wishbone rear most bush

Pass 26 Sep 2013 63,164 miles

Oil staining power steering pipe area below radiator

slight deterioration o/s front suspension, lower wishbone rear most bush

Pass 24 Oct 2012 45,233 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 41,380 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 UUS is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 RE08 UUS, 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 UUS registered?

RE08 UUS is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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