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RE08 UUV

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

64,074 mi
Last recorded64,074 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2022 64,074 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2022 64,074 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 57,729 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 50,380 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 50,380 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 42,321 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 37,872 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 33,275 miles

Nearside Rear puncture in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear tyre perished on shoulders of tread

Pass 9 Mar 2015 29,069 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 25,555 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 22,897 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 18,180 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2011 13,866 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 UUV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 UUV, 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 UUV registered?

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

Is RE08 UUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 UUV shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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