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SG08 OOH

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

63,204 mi
Last recorded63,204 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG08 OOH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2016 63,204 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2016 62,200 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 59,982 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2015 59,982 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 15 Feb 2014 56,325 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2014 56,325 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2013 43,851 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 43,851 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2012 28,813 miles

rear tyres heavily perished and cracked. 16565tr13

Fail 29 Feb 2012 28,799 miles

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

rear tyres heavily perished and cracked. 16565tr13

Pass 25 Feb 2011 18,866 miles

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

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

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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SG08 OOH 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 54.5%.

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 SG08 OOH, 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 SG08 OOH registered?

SG08 OOH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is SG08 OOH safe to buy?

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