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RJ08 TNU

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

48,745 mi
Last recorded48,745 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 TNU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 48,745 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Fail 5 Jun 2026 48,745 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2025 43,013 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 6 Jun 2025 42,894 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and 12 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and 12 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jun 2024 40,890 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s front & both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 39,451 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s rears on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jun 2022 37,785 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 36,567 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 35,088 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s fronts corroding on inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Jun 2020 35,088 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s fronts corroding on inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 33,504 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 33,502 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2018 31,708 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 21 Jun 2018 31,708 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 13 Jun 2017 28,640 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 24,132 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 19,043 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 16,264 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 12,178 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 6,426 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 1,106 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 TNU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 TNU, 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

How do I check the history of RJ08 TNU?

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What year was RJ08 TNU registered?

RJ08 TNU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is RJ08 TNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ08 TNU shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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