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SD58 KKA

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,382 mi
Last recorded53,382 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD58 KKA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2016 53,382 miles

Front tyres bald inner edges

Offside Mirror glass cracked

Pass 27 Jun 2015 47,692 miles

offside wiper blade split on end but stills clears ok

Fail 27 Jun 2015 47,692 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

offside wiper blade split on end but stills clears ok

Pass 3 Jun 2014 44,544 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2014 44,544 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 40,368 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

both front brake discs inner faces starting to corrode

dampness around clutch supply pipe on brake fluid reservoir

Pass 7 Jun 2012 35,740 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2012 35,740 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 29,405 miles

front brake discs and pads worn

slight dampness around clutch supply pipe on brake fluid reservoir

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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SD58 KKA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SD58 KKA, 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 SD58 KKA registered?

SD58 KKA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is SD58 KKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD58 KKA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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