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AO08 TVE

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

65,057 mi
Last recorded65,057 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 TVE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2018 65,057 miles

Offside Front tyre has cut to inner sidewall

Fail 28 Feb 2018 65,051 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported hanger corroded through (7.1.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill at rear axle attachment (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front tyre has cut to inner sidewall

Pass 9 Mar 2017 62,683 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 62,652 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 55,623 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 49,498 miles

Oil leak

both rear tyres perished

exhaust hangers rusty

Pass 27 Mar 2014 43,260 miles

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 28 Mar 2013 36,163 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

impact visible on rear valance, boot floor rippled in area

rust visible on exhaust in areas

Pass 12 Apr 2012 28,935 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

front brake discs inner sides visually scored/lipped

sign/film of oil at gearbox selector shaft seal

Pass 19 Apr 2011 21,882 miles

gear selector shaft seal

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 TVE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 TVE, 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 AO08 TVE registered?

AO08 TVE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is AO08 TVE safe to buy?

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