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AB08 RUR

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,194 mi
Last recorded79,194 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2018 79,194 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion by top strut mounts (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mounting points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor pan sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside and nearside inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

this vehicle has only just met minimum mot standards and would need chassis repairs in the near future during a corrosion assessment no holes have been found and structural rigidity is ok

Pass 7 Jun 2017 77,329 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 67,214 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 67,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 16 May 2015 55,897 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 44,365 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 35,917 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2012 31,376 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 9 May 2011 24,546 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 RUR is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AB08 RUR, 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 AB08 RUR registered?

AB08 RUR is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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The MOT history for AB08 RUR shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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