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AX08 BGE

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,833 mi
Last recorded77,833 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 BGE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2021 77,833 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 73,582 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 70,624 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2019 70,624 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 68,967 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 60,406 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 53,698 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2015 45,810 miles

Nearside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 45,399 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 42,924 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Mar 2012 30,780 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2012 30,780 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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AX08 BGE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black 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 AX08 BGE, 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 AX08 BGE registered?

AX08 BGE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is AX08 BGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX08 BGE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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