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RF58 CKO

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

37,965 mi
Last recorded37,965 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF58 CKO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 37,965 miles

Both rear inner sills starting to corrode

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2024 32,604 miles

both rear tires showing signs of cracking

Pass 19 Sep 2023 27,765 miles

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

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

both rear tires starting to crack

Pass 21 Sep 2022 22,773 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2021 20,230 miles

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

spare wheel carrier loose

Pass 8 Dec 2020 19,865 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 19,161 miles

Front and rear number plates are cracked

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

Pass 5 Dec 2018 17,813 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 17,813 miles

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2017 16,407 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 13,289 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 10,734 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2015 10,734 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 7,583 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 6,619 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2013 6,619 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 5,723 miles

all 4 tyres have cracks in tyre cases

Pass 2 Dec 2011 5,347 miles

Handbrake comes up along way

Fail 2 Dec 2011 5,347 miles

Handbrake comes up along way

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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RF58 CKO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 RF58 CKO, 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 RF58 CKO registered?

RF58 CKO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 December 2008.

Is RF58 CKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF58 CKO shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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