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BP08 ZKD

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

65,289 mi
Last recorded65,289 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP08 ZKD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2017 65,289 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 58,899 miles

Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

rear tyre wall cracking

Fail 1 Mar 2016 58,894 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Electrical wiring insecure battery terminal (1.9.2a)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

oil level low

rear tyre wall cracking

Pass 19 Jan 2015 54,987 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 46,056 miles

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

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

o/s/r tyre has a wear line in sidewall (165/65/13)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 46,056 miles

o/s/r tyre has a wear line in sidewall (165/65/13)

Fail 7 Jan 2013 34,781 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jan 2013 34,781 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 28,921 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 16,294 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 ZKD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 ZKD, 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 ZKD registered?

BP08 ZKD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is BP08 ZKD safe to buy?

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