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RK58 SOU

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

65,820 mi
Last recorded65,820 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK58 SOU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2024 65,820 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 59,196 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Feb 2023 59,196 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

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

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER & INNER SILLS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

OIL FILTER LEAKING OIL

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 54,036 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 52,745 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2020 51,635 miles

general corrosion appearing under vehicle + exhaust showing signs of corrosion.

Pass 4 Feb 2019 49,555 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2018 47,374 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Rear Both tyres perished

Pass 24 Jan 2017 45,034 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 41,742 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2016 41,742 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 35,847 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 28,251 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 23,921 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 17,815 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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RK58 SOU 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 86.7%.

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 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 RK58 SOU, 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 RK58 SOU registered?

RK58 SOU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 September 2008.

Is RK58 SOU safe to buy?

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