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RO08 WMK

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

51,087 mi
Last recorded51,087 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO08 WMK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2023 51,087 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 50,143 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front tyres wearing inner edge

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2021 48,841 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 48,071 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive drop sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 2 Mar 2020 48,071 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength drop sill rusted through (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive drop sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 46,674 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 45,135 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 43,187 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 40,790 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 38,607 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 35,695 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 32,073 miles

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 9 Mar 2012 27,362 miles

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

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

front wipers in poor condition

Pass 15 Mar 2011 19,871 miles

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

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 WMK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 WMK, 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 RO08 WMK registered?

RO08 WMK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is RO08 WMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for RO08 WMK shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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