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AT57 FZO

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2022
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

68,985 mi
Last recorded68,985 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT57 FZO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Fail 7 Jan 2022 68,985 miles

Central Front Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced all sill corroded from front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 67,958 miles

Coolant leak thermostat housing ()

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both outer sills front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

coolant level below minimum

Fail 10 Dec 2020 67,883 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Coolant leak thermostat housing ()

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both outer sills front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

coolant level below minimum

Pass 19 Dec 2019 64,418 miles

windscreen damaged

Fail 12 Dec 2019 64,346 miles

Central Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

windscreen damaged

Pass 13 Dec 2018 59,140 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front floors and chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

reverse lamp not working

Pass 14 Dec 2017 54,355 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.2.6)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front floors (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 13 Dec 2017 54,355 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded end sill in wheel arch (5.2.6)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill complete (5.2.6)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (5.2.6)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front floors (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 48,498 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very close 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front floors at early stages of corrosion (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 43,147 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2015 43,147 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 37,586 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 37,586 miles

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

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

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

Fail 7 Dec 2013 30,979 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2013 30,979 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 24,897 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2012 24,897 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

brake warning light on

Pass 7 Dec 2011 19,726 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 15,224 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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AT57 FZO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 AT57 FZO, 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 AT57 FZO registered?

AT57 FZO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 January 2008.

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