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SG08 OWJ

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,279 mi
Last recorded52,279 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2020 52,279 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 44,372 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 32,775 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2018 32,775 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 28,723 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 28,246 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 28,246 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 May 2015 19,464 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 17,457 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 15,108 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 12,489 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 9,697 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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SG08 OWJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SG08 OWJ, 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

How do I check the history of SG08 OWJ?

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What year was SG08 OWJ registered?

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

Is SG08 OWJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG08 OWJ shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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