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BD08 AEC

2008 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

75,705 mi
Last recorded75,705 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 AEC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2017 75,705 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' small crack at the n/s (8.3.1d)

Fail 16 Nov 2017 75,705 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' small crack at the n/s (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 61,216 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2016 61,216 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed and mishaped (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Aug 2015 44,991 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 40,377 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

o/s/r tyre perished

Fail 23 May 2014 40,377 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 26 Apr 2013 33,559 miles

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

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

o/s/r tyre perished

Fail 26 Apr 2013 33,559 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 4 May 2012 28,080 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 28,080 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 May 2011 21,707 miles

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

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

Oil leak

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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BD08 AEC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc 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 BD08 AEC, 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 BD08 AEC registered?

BD08 AEC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is BD08 AEC safe to buy?

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