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RK08 XDT

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2021
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

102,243 mi
Last recorded102,243 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 XDT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2020 102,243 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2020 102,243 miles

Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced head lamp faded (4.1.4 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside head lamp fading

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2019 95,162 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 95,077 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 15 Jan 2018 87,490 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2018 87,490 miles

Rear Fuel hose insecure filter (7.2.1)

Pass 19 Jan 2017 79,063 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2017 79,015 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 74,324 miles

poor pattern to offside headlight

Fail 7 Jan 2016 74,324 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' hanging off mirror (8.3.1e)

poor pattern to offside headlight

Pass 14 Jan 2015 68,323 miles

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

both front wiper blades smear slightly

both rear tyres show signs of sidewall perishing

wheel trims fitted obscuring some components

Pass 21 Jan 2014 49,807 miles

wheel trims fitted obscuring some components

Pass 22 Feb 2013 42,378 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)

Fail 22 Feb 2013 42,378 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 24 Feb 2012 30,723 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2011 21,817 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 21,817 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 XDT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 XDT, 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 XDT registered?

RK08 XDT is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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