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RE58 RDV

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,629 mi
Last recorded32,629 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE58 RDV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2024 32,629 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2023 31,501 miles

Offside Front tyre is on 3mm

Pass 15 Aug 2022 30,825 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 30,116 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill, slightly corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 29,423 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Spare tyre defective ()

covers fitted

front brake pads getting low

Pass 9 Sep 2019 28,057 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower bumper slightly loose but secure

Nearside Front Lower outer sill slightly corroded

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 25,831 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 23,255 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 21,348 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 18,594 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 17,585 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 16,641 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 14,896 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 13,425 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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RE58 RDV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RE58 RDV, 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 RE58 RDV registered?

RE58 RDV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is RE58 RDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE58 RDV shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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