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BP08 UBA

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,549 mi
Last recorded65,549 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP08 UBA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2022 65,549 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2022 65,547 miles

Offside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 62,480 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (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 Body sill corroded on the outside - off side.

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2021 62,480 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low Adjusted. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (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 Body sill corroded on the outside - off side.

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low Adjusted. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 59,405 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2020 59,405 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2019 54,094 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2019 54,094 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 48,728 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 42,947 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 38,244 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2016 38,244 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 33,416 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 28,700 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside rear tyre has some cracking around wall

Pass 16 Aug 2013 25,889 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside rear tyre sidewall deteriorating

Pass 28 Aug 2012 24,035 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 24,035 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jul 2011 20,991 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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BP08 UBA 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 BP08 UBA, 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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BP08 UBA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 July 2008.

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