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RJ08 FGU

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

33,264 mi
Last recorded33,264 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 FGU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Aug 2019 33,264 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength next to sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing next to sub-frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine coming from between engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 32,548 miles

Nearside Front lower arm bush deteriorated

Offside Front lower arm bush deteriorated

oil leak

Pass 31 Aug 2017 31,807 miles

Both front tyres wearing slightly on edges

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 17 Aug 2016 31,053 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2015 30,000 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 30,000 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 29,189 miles

N/S/R AND O/S/R TYRES BADLY PERISHED ADVISE CHANGING SOON

Fail 8 Aug 2013 28,192 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Pass 8 Aug 2013 28,192 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 31 Aug 2012 27,219 miles

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

brake discs poor condition

Pass 10 Sep 2011 27,040 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 27,040 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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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RJ08 FGU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 RJ08 FGU, 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 RJ08 FGU registered?

RJ08 FGU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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