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BL08 XBH

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

26,709 mi
Last recorded26,709 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 26,709 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2025 26,709 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 24,119 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2024 24,119 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2023 22,521 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 22,521 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 29 Oct 2022 19,761 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 18,017 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 17,431 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 16,155 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 16,155 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Jul 2015 14,561 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2014 12,944 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2014 12,944 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 10,575 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 8,215 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 5,877 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 XBH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 XBH, 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 XBH registered?

BL08 XBH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is BL08 XBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL08 XBH shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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