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AB08 KWM

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

75,701 mi
Last recorded75,701 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 KWM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2018 75,701 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside rear inner sill slightly corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2017 72,280 miles

Nearside and offside rear inner sills corroded

Nearside front sub frame slightly corroded

Pass 30 Jun 2016 70,384 miles

Nearside wiper blade split

Offside front inner sill slightly corroded

Fail 29 Jun 2016 70,384 miles

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

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

Nearside wiper blade split

Offside front inner sill slightly corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2015 66,907 miles

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

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 62,441 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)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 50,774 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2013 50,774 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2012 41,824 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 41,824 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Jun 2011 31,111 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 KWM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc 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 KWM, 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 AB08 KWM registered?

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

Is AB08 KWM safe to buy?

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