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BD08 CKA

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

39,246 mi
Last recorded39,246 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 CKA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 39,246 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 38,526 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2024 37,881 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2023 37,216 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2022 36,607 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 36,063 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2021 36,047 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill rear end area corroded and hold (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 35,657 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 34,420 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2019 34,420 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 32,584 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 30,640 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 30,640 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 28,568 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 26,459 miles

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

Oil leak

coolant low

rough idle

Pass 14 Apr 2014 23,999 miles

nearside wiper blade slightly smearing

Pass 16 Apr 2013 21,564 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 18,998 miles

slight oil leak on gearbox

Pass 6 Apr 2011 15,860 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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BD08 CKA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BD08 CKA, 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 CKA registered?

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

Is BD08 CKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 CKA shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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