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RF08 RBZ

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

64,261 mi
Last recorded64,261 miles
Recorded on31 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 RBZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 May 2016 64,261 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced condensation inside lamp casing (1.7.5a)

coolant leak evident at bulk head

Fail 31 May 2016 64,261 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced condensation inside lamp casing (1.7.5a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. service brake (3.7.B.5b)

coolant leak evident at bulk head

Pass 27 May 2015 57,124 miles

nearside headlamp has water ingress

Fail 27 May 2015 57,124 miles

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

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

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

nearside headlamp has water ingress

Pass 10 Jun 2014 52,619 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 46,416 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 37,101 miles

o/s and n/s front wish bone rear bushes worn

rear axle both main bushes worn

Fail 25 May 2012 37,101 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

o/s and n/s front wish bone rear bushes worn

rear axle both main bushes worn

Fail 3 Jun 2011 29,931 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front screen discolouring at nearside top and bottom corners

Pass 3 Jun 2011 29,931 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front screen discolouring at nearside top and bottom corners

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 RBZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 RBZ, 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 RF08 RBZ registered?

RF08 RBZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 June 2008.

Is RF08 RBZ safe to buy?

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