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BF08 XYO

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,649 mi
Last recorded30,649 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 30,649 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rear shock mounting and fuel filler neck (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn nearside and offside (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 29,254 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2025 29,253 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 27,831 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Mar 2023 26,777 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2023 26,776 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2022 25,680 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 24,300 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 24,300 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 23,873 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 23,873 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt SPLIT (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2019 23,138 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 22,264 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit WORN TO WEAR INDICATORS (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 21,007 miles

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

Pass 29 Feb 2016 19,471 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 18,069 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 14,815 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 10,932 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 9,065 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 7,125 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 XYO 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 80%.

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 BF08 XYO, 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 XYO registered?

BF08 XYO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 March 2008.

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