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BN08 MDZ

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

51,644 mi
Last recorded51,644 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 MDZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2017 51,644 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play slight rumble (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 43,817 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 43,817 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit and very poor on walls and tread (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit very poor on outer wall and tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 38,132 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 37,447 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 36,352 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 30,716 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2013 30,716 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid level very low

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 24,902 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 7 Mar 2011 18,415 miles

foot brake spongy......handbrake travel excessive

Fail 5 Mar 2011 18,415 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

foot brake spongy......handbrake travel excessive

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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BN08 MDZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 BN08 MDZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN08 MDZ registered?

BN08 MDZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 March 2008.

Is BN08 MDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 MDZ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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