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RX08 FSD

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

81,443 mi
Last recorded81,443 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 FSD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2022 81,443 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 81,442 miles

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2021 79,528 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2021 79,526 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn front mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 75,122 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Mar 2020 75,122 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 65,713 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 59,311 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2018 59,311 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2017 47,558 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2017 47,558 miles

Fuel system component insecure filter (7.2.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 41,392 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 41,392 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 37,033 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 32,198 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 32,198 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2013 26,225 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 20,960 miles

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

all four tyres cracking on outer edges

Pass 25 Mar 2011 15,306 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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RX08 FSD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 RX08 FSD, 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 RX08 FSD registered?

RX08 FSD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 October 2008.

Is RX08 FSD safe to buy?

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