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AO08 MBU

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,071 mi
Last recorded75,071 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 MBU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2019 75,071 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front discs worn thin (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Exhaust system corroded

Fuel filter corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165/65/13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2018 66,643 miles

Corrosion to fuel filter, underbody, both sills, suspension, exhaust and brake pipes

Rear tyres perishing

Various accident damage underneath to o/s/r back panel, chassis rail, floor, exhaust and mounts

Fail 8 Dec 2018 66,643 miles

Corrosion to fuel filter, underbody, both sills, suspension, exhaust and brake pipes

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear tyres perishing

Various accident damage underneath to o/s/r back panel, chassis rail, floor, exhaust and mounts

Pass 15 Dec 2017 58,991 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 57,740 miles

o/s/f seat belt webbing slightly frayed

Fail 9 Mar 2017 57,740 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

o/s/f seat belt webbing slightly frayed

Pass 14 Mar 2016 55,572 miles

Offside headlamp condensated - not affecting image

lift in both front leg top mounts

nearside rear tyre getting low

Pass 19 Mar 2015 51,889 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 40,844 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 31,489 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 26,066 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 21,234 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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AO08 MBU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 AO08 MBU, 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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AO08 MBU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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