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BP57 UTE

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

68,141 mi
Last recorded68,141 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP57 UTE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2017 68,141 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both front brake discs pitted on inner face

Fail 13 Nov 2017 68,119 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no sound from pump (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both front brake discs pitted on inner face

Pass 16 Nov 2016 62,472 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2016 62,470 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 May 2016 59,765 miles

almost excessive play in n/s/f strut top mount

almost excessive play to n/s/r wheel bearing

o/s/f lower arm rear bush deteriating

Pass 22 May 2015 53,117 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 51,050 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 51,050 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 42,471 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 34,484 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 25,191 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2010 16,808 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2010 16,808 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 UTE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 BP57 UTE, 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 UTE registered?

BP57 UTE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is BP57 UTE safe to buy?

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