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BN08 TAV

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,811 mi
Last recorded53,811 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 TAV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 24 Nov 2023 53,811 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens dull (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle/trailing arm rubber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens dull (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing by flexi brake hose (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill to under sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle/trailing arm rubber bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge 165/60/14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated intermittent (1.1.10 (f))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 21 Oct 2022 48,873 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

under body surface rust

Fail 20 Oct 2022 48,844 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

UNDER BODYSURFACE RUST

Fail 20 Oct 2022 48,838 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 22 Oct 2021 43,204 miles

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Outer sill rusty

Fail 13 Oct 2021 43,199 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 42,055 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Fail 13 Oct 2020 42,046 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner and outer sills holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 1 Oct 2019 40,351 miles

Both inner front wheel arches quite rusty, also O/S floor to sill corroded but not significantly weakened.

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 17 Oct 2018 39,431 miles

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

Fail 16 Oct 2018 39,421 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2017 38,243 miles

Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2016 37,044 miles

Front brake discs a little rusty.

Pass 25 Jun 2015 36,804 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2014 34,473 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 27,556 miles

Reversin g light switch broken, gearbox leaking oil.

Slight dent to inside of O/S/F wheel.

Pass 4 Apr 2012 23,320 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 17,380 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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BN08 TAV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BN08 TAV, 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 BN08 TAV registered?

BN08 TAV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 March 2008.

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The MOT history for BN08 TAV shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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