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RO08 PZG

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

82,699 mi
Last recorded82,699 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 PZG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 82,699 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 76,541 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 69,517 miles

Nearside headlamp deteriorated.

Pass 9 Sep 2015 62,591 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 52,830 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Sep 2014 52,825 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres perished and cracking

Pass 11 Apr 2013 49,276 miles

both rear tyres cracked around edge of tread, but no cords visible.

n/s front suspension wishbone rear bush starting to seperate.

Pass 4 Apr 2012 38,265 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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 9 Feb 2011 25,215 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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RO08 PZG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RO08 PZG, 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 RO08 PZG registered?

RO08 PZG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is RO08 PZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO08 PZG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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