The road tax status for MA08 BUF is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for MA08 BUF?

The MOT for MA08 BUF is valid and due for renewal on or before 11 April 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of MA08 BUF?

The recorded mileage for MA08 BUF is 79,929 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is MA08 BUF ULEZ compliant?

Yes, MA08 BUF (FORD KA) meets Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) standards and is exempt from daily ULEZ charges in London.

Official DVLA Record

2008 Ford KA 1.3L Petrol · MA08 BUF

MA08 BUF

2008 Ford KA (1.3L, petrol). First registered 15/03/2008. Recorded mileage 79,929 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD KA
Year / Origin: 2008 · Manchester & Merseyside
MOT Status: Valid until 11/04/2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 79,929 mi
ULEZ Compliance: ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.3L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 11/04/2024

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Mileage: 79,929 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2008
Engine: 1299cc

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MA08 BUF Key Findings

4 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 13/04/2023
79,929 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
16 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (50%)

! Older vehicle

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MA08 BUF Mileage History

21/03/202276,937 mi
13/04/202276,945 mi+8 mi
13/04/202276,945 mi
13/04/202379,929 mi+2,984 mi

Average of roughly 2,817 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

MA08 BUF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Sept 2026, 22:23

MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Ford Ka (MA08 BUF) between March 2022 and April 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 13 April 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 28 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”; “Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stre”; “Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”.

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