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BK08 ORW

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2024
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

68,484 mi
Last recorded68,484 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 ORW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2023 68,484 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 62,288 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2022 62,288 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 55,547 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2021 55,468 miles

Offside Front Brake prescribed area is excessively corroded iner wing (1.1.21 (e) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear sill corroesion

Pass 19 Jun 2020 49,062 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2020 49,062 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 38,029 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 38,029 miles

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

Nearside Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 36,273 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2018 36,273 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 33,550 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 31,383 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 31,383 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 May 2015 27,506 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 24,233 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 24,233 miles

Offside Steering retaining device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2013 21,793 miles

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

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

front wipers smearing

Fail 19 Jun 2013 21,793 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

front wipers smearing

offside rear tyre cracking on tread (no canvas showing)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 16,103 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 9,180 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2011 9,180 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 30 Sep 2010 4,359 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 4,359 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BK08 ORW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 BK08 ORW, 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 BK08 ORW registered?

BK08 ORW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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