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BD08 JDF

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

89,559 mi
Last recorded89,559 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 JDF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2017 89,559 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floorpan/ inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floorpan /inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing/chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

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

Fail 2 Oct 2017 89,556 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floorpan/ inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floorpan /inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing/chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2016 88,762 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2016 88,755 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Floorpan (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Rear quarter panel, around fuel filler (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner rear sill (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Upper Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner Wheelarch (5.2.6)

Emissions not tested lack of engine oil (7.3.A.1) DANGEROUS

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front bulkhead (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Boot lip (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive B post (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2015 63,175 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 49,150 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 41,941 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

wiper split o/s

Fail 25 Mar 2013 25,314 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 25,314 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 22,310 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 17,178 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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BD08 JDF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 JDF, 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 JDF registered?

BD08 JDF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is BD08 JDF safe to buy?

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