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BF08 XKZ

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2025
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

58,545 mi
Last recorded58,545 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 XKZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2024 58,545 miles

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

Nearside Rear corrosion around petrol flap

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 56,542 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2022 54,699 miles

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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jun 2022 54,699 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively & offside (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 52,776 miles

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Jun 2021 52,776 miles

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jun 2020 51,268 miles

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 48,198 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2019 48,198 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 44,173 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 44,173 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 38,677 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 38,677 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 34,350 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 29 Jun 2015 28,678 miles

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

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

front parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 30 Jun 2014 25,952 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 25,952 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 21,239 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 16,528 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 11,565 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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BF08 XKZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BF08 XKZ, 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 BF08 XKZ registered?

BF08 XKZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 March 2008.

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