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AB08 KVU

2008 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

69,348 mi
Last recorded69,348 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 KVU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2018 69,348 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around fuel filler cap (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over some underbody members (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear shock absorber top mount slight wear

Offside Rear shock absorber top mount slight wear

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2018 69,332 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cords showing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced around fuel filler cap (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over some underbody members (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear shock absorber top mount slight wear

Offside Rear shock absorber top mount slight wear

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2017 60,869 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 51,724 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 47,742 miles

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

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

fuel cap corroded

Fail 30 Jun 2015 47,742 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

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

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

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

fuel cap corroded

Pass 30 Jun 2014 44,524 miles

offside rear lens damaged

Fail 30 Jun 2014 44,524 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned (1.1.A.3a)

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

offside rear lens damaged

wipers torn

Pass 28 Jun 2013 38,321 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 35,471 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 31,193 miles

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

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

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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AB08 KVU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 AB08 KVU, 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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AB08 KVU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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