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RJ08 WDG

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,798 mi
Last recorded133,798 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 WDG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2018 133,798 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2018 133,772 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2017 123,489 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 107,806 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 94,250 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 94,250 miles

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

offside front tyre on 2mm

Pass 15 May 2014 76,888 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 76,888 miles

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

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake discs in poor condtion

Pass 30 May 2013 62,236 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 62,236 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 May 2012 46,719 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

O/S front arch trim insecure

O/S rear tyre starting to perish

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 May 2011 29,981 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

O/S Rear tyre starting to perish

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Spare tyre defective

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 WDG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc 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 WDG, 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 WDG registered?

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

Is RJ08 WDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ08 WDG shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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