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RK08 JWW

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

62,951 mi
Last recorded62,951 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 JWW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 62,951 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2023 62,951 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 61,621 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2021 61,621 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 53,346 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2020 53,346 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose excessively damaged (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165 60 14 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 50,201 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2018 45,969 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 45,969 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 44,100 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2017 44,100 miles

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

Pass 2 Dec 2016 41,618 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2015 37,357 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 32,871 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 28,637 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 22,620 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

Pass 11 Aug 2011 17,769 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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RK08 JWW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 RK08 JWW, 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 RK08 JWW registered?

RK08 JWW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 August 2008.

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