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BD08 DHJ

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

70,045 mi
Last recorded70,045 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 10 Nov 2021 70,045 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chalk marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective filler neck heavily corroded (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn axle mount bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chalk marked (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn axle mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Front middle exhaust hanger broken

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 66,941 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 8 Nov 2019 61,037 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Radio code 5069

Fail 7 Nov 2019 61,036 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Radio code 5069

Pass 1 Nov 2018 52,752 miles

park brake has little reserve travel

Fail 1 Nov 2018 52,752 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted rubbing on tyre, left hand lock (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible cracked / faded / rusty screw distorting letter (0.1 (b))

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

park brake has little reserve travel

Pass 6 Nov 2017 47,235 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2017 47,234 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front coil spring broken hanging below mount near tyre (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Nov 2016 43,164 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle (2.4.G.2)

Nearside headlight has condensation in

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen wipers starting to smear

Fail 31 Oct 2016 43,157 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded undersill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle (2.4.G.2)

Nearside headlight has condensation in

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen wipers starting to smear

Pass 11 Nov 2015 39,678 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 33,737 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 33,736 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2013 28,248 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 24,469 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 20,344 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 19,226 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 DHJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 DHJ, 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 DHJ registered?

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

Is BD08 DHJ safe to buy?

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