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AO08 UGV

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

83,074 mi
Last recorded83,074 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2021 83,074 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 76,985 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 72,097 miles

advised roll bar bushes front slight play

advised slight corrosion nsf floor

advised slight oil leak

Fail 15 Dec 2018 72,068 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Dec 2017 64,904 miles

front brake discs slightly lipped and worn

n/s/f tyre 3mm

sills corroding at rear

Pass 21 Dec 2016 59,180 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)

Rear both tyres slightly perished

Pass 21 Dec 2015 56,623 miles

Nearside rear Tyre is perished

Pass 5 Nov 2014 47,332 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 47,300 miles

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

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

Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 13 Nov 2013 38,361 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 13 Nov 2013 38,361 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Oct 2012 32,923 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 30,362 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 25,201 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 UGV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 UGV, 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 UGV registered?

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

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