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AP08 ULZ

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

37,689 mi
Last recorded37,689 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 ULZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 37,689 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 1 Sep 2023 37,689 miles

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

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 37,047 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 36,349 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2021 36,333 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2020 35,514 miles

Nearside Front floorpan slightly corroded

both outer sills slightly corroded

Fail 2 Sep 2020 35,514 miles

Nearside Front floorpan slightly corroded

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

both outer sills slightly corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2019 34,883 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front wishbone rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 34,004 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four on inner walls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

offside and nearside front outer sills slightly corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2017 33,312 miles

Nearside Outer sill corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2016 32,492 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 28,469 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 23,086 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 17,775 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 17,775 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 17,352 miles

all four tyres cracked on outer sidewalls

front brake discs slightly corroded

nearside front wheelarch liner loose

Pass 22 Jun 2011 16,030 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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AP08 ULZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AP08 ULZ, 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 AP08 ULZ registered?

AP08 ULZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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