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RJ08 FKY

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

27,443 mi
Last recorded27,443 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 FKY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2024 27,443 miles

Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill ends (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 27,424 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2020 27,417 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (under car) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Oct 2019 27,358 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 26,369 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 24,900 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 22,874 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 21,103 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2015 21,103 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2014 19,426 miles

tyres

Pass 28 Nov 2013 17,443 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 16,383 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 14,536 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 11,810 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 8,218 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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RJ08 FKY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 RJ08 FKY, 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 RJ08 FKY registered?

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

Is RJ08 FKY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ08 FKY shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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