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BP57 FZB

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

52,631 mi
Last recorded52,631 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP57 FZB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 Jan 2021 52,631 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken dangerous as wound down mcpherson strut (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sills and into rear wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive quarter around fuel filler (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust handers corroded

centre exhaust hanger corroded and broken

Pass 22 Jan 2020 48,789 miles

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

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

front tyres worn on inner edges

fuel filter corroded

n/s and o/s rear inner sills corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2019 44,812 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 10 Jan 2018 38,727 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 33,471 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 25,719 miles

gear selector shaft oil seal slight leak

Pass 28 Jan 2015 21,510 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

near side mirror glass damaged

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 17,580 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 15,027 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 12,823 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 10,558 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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BP57 FZB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BP57 FZB, 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 BP57 FZB registered?

BP57 FZB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

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