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AG58 VCM

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

46,560 mi
Last recorded46,560 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAG58 VCM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2017 46,560 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Nov 2017 46,560 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 34,317 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides front tyres worn on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front lower arm rear bushes worn and coming away from ferrule (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 26,544 miles

advise n/s/f lower suspension arm bushes de-bonding (no excess movement)

advise o/s/f lower suspension arm bushes de-bonding (no excess movement)

Fail 29 Oct 2015 26,544 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

advise n/s/f lower suspension arm bushes de-bonding (no excess movement)

advise o/s/f lower suspension arm bushes de-bonding (no excess movement)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 20,784 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 12,809 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 10,047 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 10,047 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 8,879 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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AG58 VCM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,297cc 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 AG58 VCM, 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 AG58 VCM registered?

AG58 VCM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 November 2008.

Is AG58 VCM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AG58 VCM shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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