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BP57 UYC

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

34,286 mi
Last recorded34,286 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP57 UYC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2021 34,286 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside vehicle accident damage

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2021 34,286 miles

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both on 2mm and worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside vehicle accident damage

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2020 24,028 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2020 24,010 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Jan 2019 21,894 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2018 19,972 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 27 Jan 2017 17,935 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 15,982 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 13,933 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 12,240 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 10,551 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 8,406 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 6,498 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 UYC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 UYC, 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 UYC registered?

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

Is BP57 UYC safe to buy?

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