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BN08 WMG

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

55,867 mi
Last recorded55,867 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 55,867 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Jul 2019 55,830 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 50,475 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 50,468 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 49,471 miles

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

o/s and n/s rear tyre side walls perished

Fail 23 Jan 2018 49,471 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded axle mount (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded axle mount (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

o/s and n/s rear tyre side walls perished

Pass 18 Jan 2017 45,389 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis under wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/s rear under sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2016 43,484 miles

both rear tyres perishing , more so n/s

exhaust rear box mounting brackets corroding

front brake discs started to corrode on inner faces

Fail 3 Feb 2016 43,484 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear tyres perishing , more so n/s

exhaust rear box mounting brackets corroding

front brake discs started to corrode on inner faces

Pass 11 Feb 2015 39,715 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 37,257 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 37,257 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 34,269 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 31,315 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 27,483 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 WMG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 WMG, 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 WMG registered?

BN08 WMG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is BN08 WMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 WMG shows 15 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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