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SF08 FWB

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,740 mi
Last recorded66,740 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF08 FWB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2019 66,740 miles

slight corrosion to underside and body

Pass 22 Feb 2018 57,544 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 57,539 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 57,537 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Mar 2016 54,333 miles

both front tyres close to legal limit 1.6 mm

Fail 1 Mar 2016 54,332 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment rubber mount (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment rubber mount (2.5.A.1c)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

both front tyres close to legal limit 1.6 mm

Pass 21 Jan 2015 46,343 miles

front exhaust system has slight leak

Fail 21 Jan 2015 46,343 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front exhaust system has slight leak

Pass 22 Apr 2013 36,080 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2013 36,080 miles

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

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

sidewall on rear tyres deteriorated due to age

Pass 21 May 2012 32,200 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 25,148 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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SF08 FWB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 SF08 FWB, 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 SF08 FWB registered?

SF08 FWB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 March 2008.

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