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AC08 OWF

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

63,084 mi
Last recorded63,084 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 OWF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2017 63,084 miles

Both suspension bushes in the rear axle are slightly worn

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre worn on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Jan 2017 62,709 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage Bumper (6.1.C.1)

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

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Both suspension bushes in the rear axle are slightly worn

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyre worn on the inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2016 47,956 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2015 46,644 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2015 46,644 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 41,476 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 34,946 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 28,490 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 28,490 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 22,342 miles

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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AC08 OWF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AC08 OWF, 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 AC08 OWF registered?

AC08 OWF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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