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RX08 FSG

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

60,069 mi
Last recorded60,069 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 FSG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2023 60,069 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 May 2022 58,886 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective condensated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill panel corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 6 May 2021 55,159 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2021 55,158 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly damaged rubbing on nearside front tyre (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2020 48,943 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 May 2019 44,418 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to its minimum limit on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 1 May 2018 40,580 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Apr 2018 40,512 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 May 2017 34,964 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 34,714 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jun 2015 32,145 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 32,145 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 29,388 miles

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

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 28 Jun 2014 29,388 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 24,036 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 20,410 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside front tyre slightly worn at outer treads

Fail 6 Jul 2012 20,410 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside front tyre slightly worn at outer treads

Pass 6 Jul 2011 17,974 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 17,959 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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 FSG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 RX08 FSG, 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 RX08 FSG registered?

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

Is RX08 FSG safe to buy?

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