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BN08 VXW

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

73,867 mi
Last recorded73,867 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 VXW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 73,867 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2019 73,867 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 15 Mar 2019 73,863 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 63,675 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush front bush (2.5.B.2b)

Nearside Front wearing on edges

Nearside Rear tyre cracking within tread pattern and on sidewalls

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush front bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Rear tyre wearing on outer edge of tread pattern

Pass 14 Feb 2017 55,790 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear has light cracking within tread pattern and on inner and outer sidewalls

Fail 14 Feb 2017 55,790 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear has light cracking within tread pattern and on inner and outer sidewalls

Pass 26 Jan 2016 51,559 miles

Nearside Rear Light cracking in tread pattern and sidewall

Fail 26 Jan 2016 51,559 miles

Nearside Rear Light cracking in tread pattern and sidewall

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 47,260 miles

n/s/r tyre light cracking in tread pattern

Pass 11 Feb 2014 38,612 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 27,459 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2013 27,459 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 19,022 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 11,961 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 11,961 miles

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

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 VXW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 VXW, 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 VXW registered?

BN08 VXW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is BN08 VXW safe to buy?

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