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BP08 BYT

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

71,065 mi
Last recorded71,065 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP08 BYT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2023 71,065 miles

Intermediate exhaust heatshielding insecure, fouling pipework - retained satisfactorily during inspection by alternate means

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

Rear exhaust silencer REAR mounting bracket broken away from welded joint

Fail 31 Jul 2023 71,065 miles

Intermediate exhaust heatshielding insecure, fouling pipework - retained satisfactorily during inspection by alternate means

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Misaligned bulb in holder (4.1.2 (c))

Rear exhaust silencer REAR mounting bracket broken away from welded joint

Fail 28 Jun 2023 70,583 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn BOTH nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fuel hose insecure Fuel filter/inlet hose (by fuel tank) not secured - risk of fouling/chaffing (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill/lower wheel arch (behind finisher trim) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Washer jet broken (3.5 (a))

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

ENGINE OVERHEATING DURING INSPECTION - ADVISE FURTHER ATTENTION - NOT ADVERSELY AFFECTING TESTING PROCEDURE

Intermediate exhaust heatshielding insecure, fouling pipework - retained satisfactorily during inspection using alternate means.

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch - not considered structurally weakened (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust silencer REAR mounting bracket broken away from welded joint

Pass 12 Jul 2022 62,190 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2022 62,187 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 56,709 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2021 56,709 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2020 51,860 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2020 51,860 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 44,373 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 44,152 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 42,642 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 42,639 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 40,341 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2016 40,341 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2015 36,202 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 33,499 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 33,499 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 30,677 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 27,100 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 22,881 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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BP08 BYT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 BP08 BYT, 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 BP08 BYT registered?

BP08 BYT is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 July 2008.

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