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AX08 CVN

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

83,132 mi
Last recorded83,132 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 CVN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2018 83,132 miles

COOLANT LEAK TRAIL ON THE BACK OF THE ENGINE

DIFFERENT SIZE TYRES FITTED FRONT TO REAR

FRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE IN POOR CONDITION

N/S OUTER SILL IS RUSTY AND WEAK

O/S FRONT FLOOR AREA IS RUSTY

O/S OUTER SILL IS RUSTY AND VERY WEAK

OIL LEAK

THROTTLE PEDAL STICKS

Fail 11 Jan 2018 83,132 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER SILL BY AXLE (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded SILL INSIDE THE DOOR (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect HEAD LAMP CONDENSATED ON THE INSIDE (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER SILL BY AXLE (2.4.A.3)

COOLANT LEAK TRAIL ON THE BACK OF THE ENGINE

DIFFERENT SIZE TYRES FITTED FRONT TO REAR

FRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE IN POOR CONDITION

N/S OUTER SILL IS RUSTY AND WEAK

O/S FRONT FLOOR AREA IS RUSTY

O/S OUTER SILL IS RUSTY AND VERY WEAK

OIL LEAK

THROTTLE PEDAL STICKS

Pass 16 Jan 2017 81,583 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Fail 16 Jan 2017 81,583 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 80,286 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 80,286 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 77,894 miles

Corrosion on offside "B" pillar

Front brake discs wearing very thin, front brakes imbalanced by 22%

Gearbox oil leak

Offside front wishbone bush deteriorating

Surface corrosion on both rear inner sills

Fail 9 Jan 2015 77,894 miles

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

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Coolant level low

Corrosion on offside "B" pillar

Front brake discs wearing very thin, front brakes imbalanced by 22%

Gearbox oil leak

Offside front wishbone bush deteriorating

Surface corrosion on both rear inner sills

Pass 28 Jan 2014 67,707 miles

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

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

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

nearside front shock absorber top mount has play

Fail 27 Jan 2014 67,707 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

nearside front shock absorber top mount has play

Pass 20 Sep 2012 55,849 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 44,388 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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AX08 CVN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 AX08 CVN, 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 CVN registered?

AX08 CVN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is AX08 CVN safe to buy?

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