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Ford KA

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,242 cc

C8 CAUMOT history

C8 CAU is a red petrol Ford KA first used on 29 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 105,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2025.

C8 CAU red Ford Ka – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Ford Ka, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
105,942 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 CAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
KA
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,242 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 CAU was last recorded at 105,942 miles on 22 Nov 2025, 4,030 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,912 miles · 28 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,030 miles
Average per year
6,196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,942 miles
  • 2024 – 101,912 miles
  • 2023 – 97,418 miles
  • 2022 – 95,410 miles
  • 2021 – 92,604 miles
  • 2020 – 90,469 miles
  • 2019 – 87,847 miles
  • 2018 – 81,472 miles
  • 2017 – 73,689 miles
  • 2016 – 62,262 miles
  • 2015 – 46,745 miles
  • 2014 – 39,537 miles
  • 2013 – 30,702 miles
  • 2012 – 22,921 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,942 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever has slight high reserve travel

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 29 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,942 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    105,942 miles
    Test number
    818860347717
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has slight high reserve travel

  2. Fail105,941 miles (+4,029)6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,941 miles
    Test number
    244374317962
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has slight high reserve travel

  3. Pass101,912 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    101,912 miles
    Test number
    783801790647
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner 4edge and slight damage to outer (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail101,909 miles (+4,491)1 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,909 miles
    Test number
    129315413106
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened REAR axle excess corrosion, (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass97,418 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    97,418 miles
    Test number
    966703955158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail97,415 miles (+2,005)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,415 miles
    Test number
    121333159361
    • DangerousOffside Rear Axle insecure such that stability is impaired (5.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass95,410 miles (+2,806)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    95,410 miles
    Test number
    238703299382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass92,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    92,604 miles
    Test number
    226565056708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail92,604 miles (+2,135)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,604 miles
    Test number
    942471444322
    • MajorCentral Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass90,469 miles (+2,622)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    90,469 miles
    Test number
    823627756376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,847 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    87,847 miles
    Test number
    672797155928
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail87,847 miles (+6,375)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,847 miles
    Test number
    611472585474
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass81,472 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    81,472 miles
    Test number
    995099119017
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Fail81,472 miles (+7,783)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,472 miles
    Test number
    653627209002
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass73,689 miles (+11,427)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    73,689 miles
    Test number
    171859295517
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre slightly deteriorated

  16. Pass62,262 miles (+15,517)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    62,262 miles
    Test number
    986815452226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,745 miles (+7,208)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2016
    Odometer
    46,745 miles
    Test number
    295583905459
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass39,537 miles (+8,835)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    39,537 miles
    Test number
    807989324194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass30,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    30,702 miles
    Test number
    628970133119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,702 miles (+7,781)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,702 miles
    Test number
    458420533125
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass22,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    22,921 miles
    Test number
    345271982126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail22,921 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,921 miles
    Test number
    879721082121
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about C8 CAU

Does C8 CAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 CAU is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on C8 CAU?
The MOT on C8 CAU is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 CAU done?
C8 CAU was recorded at 105,942 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2025, an average of 6,196 miles a year.
Has C8 CAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 CAU has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on C8 CAU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on C8 CAU find?
C8 CAU passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2025 with 6 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 3 more.

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