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BL08 GRF

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,553 mi
Last recorded97,553 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 GRF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 21 Sep 2021 97,553 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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

both outer sills corroded

general underbody corrosion

Pass 23 Sep 2020 95,717 miles

GENERAL AGE RELATED CORROSION

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRAILING ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive OUTER SILL AND SILL TO FLOOR (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive OUTER SILL AND SILL TO FLOOR (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRAILING ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 9 Sep 2020 95,659 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))

GENERAL AGE RELATED CORROSION

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRAILING ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive OUTER SILL AND SILL TO FLOOR (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive OUTER SILL AND SILL TO FLOOR (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement TRAILING ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2019 93,712 miles

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

rear bush in nearside front lower wishbone

Pass 22 Sep 2018 90,950 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracking in tread

Offside Rear tyre cracking in tread

Pass 16 Sep 2017 87,871 miles

Nearside Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 17 Sep 2016 82,715 miles

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

Front brake discs wearing thin

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear bush in the (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 71,481 miles

Nearside Front Steering system lightly rubbing inner arch (2.2.D.2a)

Offside Front Steering system lightly rubbing inner arch (2.2.D.2a)

Fail 28 Sep 2015 71,479 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Fail 27 Jun 2014 57,592 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 57,592 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2013 44,960 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2013 44,960 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2012 31,657 miles

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 18,875 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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BL08 GRF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BL08 GRF, 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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BL08 GRF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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