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AA08 XBY

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

23,151 mi
Last recorded23,151 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 XBY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2025 23,151 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 22,111 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 21,222 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2023 21,195 miles

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 20,192 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

offside sill slightly corroded

Fail 2 Feb 2022 20,192 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

offside sill slightly corroded

Pass 28 Jan 2021 16,138 miles

Nearside Rear light cluster is cracked

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2021 16,138 miles

Nearside Rear light cluster is cracked

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2020 13,708 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 10,536 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 10,536 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 7 Jul 2018 8,317 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 5,482 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 5,468 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 5,333 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 5,106 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 4,791 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 4,470 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 3,923 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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AA08 XBY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AA08 XBY, 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 AA08 XBY registered?

AA08 XBY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is AA08 XBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AA08 XBY shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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