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BL08 XBP

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

63,171 mi
Last recorded63,171 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 XBP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2020 63,171 miles

inner sills corroding

Pass 15 Jul 2019 60,202 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 59,672 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch around fuel filler neck (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2018 59,670 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch around fuel filler neck (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 59,450 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2016 59,253 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2016 59,250 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Aug 2015 53,761 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 46,555 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 37,502 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 27 Jul 2012 28,867 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 28,867 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 21,533 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2011 21,533 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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 XBP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XBP, 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 XBP registered?

BL08 XBP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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