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SL08 KHA

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,990 mi
Last recorded20,990 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 KHA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2018 20,990 miles

Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all under body (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both outer sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all under body suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 19,583 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2017 19,579 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2016 18,476 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 17,335 miles

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

n/s/r tyre starting to crack on sidewall

slight gear oil leak

Fail 21 Jan 2016 17,335 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords cracks on tread and sidewall (4.1.D.1a)

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

n/s/r tyre starting to crack on sidewall

slight gear oil leak

Pass 23 Jan 2015 16,328 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 16,328 miles

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

front brake discs corroded

Pass 7 Mar 2014 15,952 miles

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

front brake discs corroded

Pass 9 Feb 2013 15,464 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 14,322 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 11,894 miles

FRONT ARM BUSHES STARTING TO SPLIT

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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SL08 KHA 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 75%.

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 SL08 KHA, 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 SL08 KHA registered?

SL08 KHA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 March 2008.

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