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RV08 FKD

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

64,781 mi
Last recorded64,781 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 FKD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Jun 2017 64,781 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill section (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill section (5.2.6)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 62,798 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 62,797 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm INSIDE EDGE (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 44,256 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 36,456 miles

Offside rear tyre is heavily cracked

Fail 5 Jul 2014 36,456 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 32,444 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 32,118 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 30,996 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 25,705 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 25,705 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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RV08 FKD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 RV08 FKD, 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 RV08 FKD registered?

RV08 FKD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is RV08 FKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 FKD shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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