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RF08 FZD

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

127,093 mi
Last recorded127,093 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 FZD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2019 127,093 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 120,932 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 109,987 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 109,987 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 95,382 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2016 95,382 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 88,095 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 88,095 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2014 79,849 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 76,899 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2014 76,898 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 66,182 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Jun 2013 66,182 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 49,724 miles

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

n/s/r tyre wearing unevenly

Pass 17 Jun 2011 26,275 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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RF08 FZD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 RF08 FZD, 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

How do I check the history of RF08 FZD?

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What year was RF08 FZD registered?

RF08 FZD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 June 2008.

Is RF08 FZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 FZD shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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