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RJ08 SXV

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

79,497 mi
Last recorded79,497 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 SXV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2021 79,497 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear slight perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Jan 2020 73,452 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn heavily on inner edge and depth of 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn heavily on edge and depth of 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 63,685 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Fail 23 Jan 2019 63,661 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2018 57,789 miles

Nearside Rear axle bush has slight play

Pass 14 Aug 2017 55,809 miles

both front lower arm rear bushes deteriorated

both rear axle bushes deteriorated

chips in windscreen

exhaust hangers and system corroded

front discs worn

offside rear tyre cracking between the tread

Pass 8 Aug 2016 48,884 miles

offside rear tyre cracking between the tread

oil seepage

Pass 5 Aug 2015 42,482 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 4 Aug 2015 42,482 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2014 36,032 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 29,788 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 29,788 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2012 21,121 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

pas pipes starting to rust

Fail 25 May 2012 21,121 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

pas pipes starting to rust

Pass 16 May 2011 16,198 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 SXV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 SXV, 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 SXV registered?

RJ08 SXV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is RJ08 SXV safe to buy?

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