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BL08 UGK

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,042 mi
Last recorded71,042 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 71,042 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 64,306 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 63,782 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 63,574 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 62,288 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 62,177 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Coolant leak Thermostat housing ()

Coolant level below minimum

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2020 59,644 miles

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front subframe mount both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear of arch/bumper mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sills by axle mounting both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2019 56,774 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 56,774 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2018 52,475 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 50,763 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 50,763 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 25 May 2017 45,195 miles
Fail 23 May 2017 45,195 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 40,259 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 34,497 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 30,860 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 27,294 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 22,542 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 17,157 miles

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

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

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 UGK 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 BL08 UGK, 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 BL08 UGK registered?

BL08 UGK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 July 2008.

Is BL08 UGK safe to buy?

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