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BK58 WLE

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

37,725 mi
Last recorded37,725 miles
Recorded on30 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK58 WLE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2024 37,725 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced various areas of underbody corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 May 2024 37,721 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2022 37,702 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan, seat mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

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

vehicle has general underside corrosion

Pass 12 Oct 2021 34,468 miles

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both corners of the floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Oct 2021 34,465 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both corners of the floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 32,113 miles

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both front floor panes (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both trailing bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2019 28,154 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, sub frame area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, sub frame area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

vehicle has general underside corrosion

Pass 28 Sep 2018 25,120 miles

both front jacking points on inner sill by the subframe are slightly corroded

n/s/f tyre perished

o/s/f tyre starting to perish

o/s/r tyre badly perished

Pass 14 Sep 2017 20,282 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 19,898 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 18,832 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 17,174 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 14,933 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 13,030 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 9,706 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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BK58 WLE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 BK58 WLE, 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 BK58 WLE registered?

BK58 WLE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 September 2008.

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