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RK58 XOA

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,422 mi
Last recorded53,422 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK58 XOA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 53,422 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2024 51,367 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2023 50,017 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch chassis frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside headlamp aim deteriorated

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch chassis frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 48,890 miles

Nearside Front headlamp aim deteriorated

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2022 48,890 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front headlamp aim deteriorated

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2021 47,910 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Oct 2020 46,834 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 7 Oct 2020 46,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested inop (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2019 44,969 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Windscreen wiper blade defective both wipers badly split but still clearing screen effectively at this time … advise replace asap (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 42,038 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear tyre-wall is cracking and deteriorating … advise replace soon

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

corrosion to BOTH outer sills … not yet excessive.... n/s worst …advise recheck after winter

Pass 13 Oct 2017 36,312 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 30,006 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 23,682 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 19,483 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 18,287 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 12,837 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 12,837 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 8,450 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 XOA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 XOA, 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 XOA registered?

RK58 XOA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 September 2008.

Is RK58 XOA safe to buy?

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