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RK58 XNU

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

140,758 mi
Last recorded140,758 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2019 140,758 miles

Surface corrosion around fuel cap

Surface rust to metal pipes

Various under body corrosion

Fail 12 Apr 2019 140,758 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Os ns (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Surface corrosion around fuel cap

Surface rust to metal pipes

Various under body corrosion

Pass 18 Apr 2018 133,612 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 121,727 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 121,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 May 2016 113,085 miles

Offside Rear cracks apparent on insiode sidewall

Tyre worn close to the legal limit osf tread worn on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 13 May 2016 112,965 miles

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

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

Offside Rear cracks apparent on insiode sidewall

Tyre worn close to the legal limit osf tread worn on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 20 May 2015 103,186 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 20 May 2015 103,186 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 95,547 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2013 81,042 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2013 81,042 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 72,934 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 21 Sep 2011 53,678 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 53,678 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 XNU 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 60%.

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 RK58 XNU, 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 RK58 XNU registered?

RK58 XNU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 September 2008.

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