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BL08 WLX

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2014
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

40,221 mi
Last recorded40,221 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2013
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 WLX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2013 40,221 miles

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

o/s/r tyre slight tread seperation

Fail 15 Aug 2013 40,219 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

o/s/r tyre slight tread seperation

Pass 20 Aug 2012 33,448 miles

rear no plate damaged

Fail 20 Aug 2012 33,448 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear no plate damaged

Fail 15 Aug 2011 24,332 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/rear tyre cracks in tread

o/s/rear tyre cracks in tread

Pass 15 Aug 2011 24,332 miles

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

n/s/rear tyre cracks in tread

o/s/rear tyre cracks in tread

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 WLX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 WLX, 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 WLX registered?

BL08 WLX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 August 2008.

Is BL08 WLX safe to buy?

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