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BP57 XAL

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

25,733 mi
Last recorded25,733 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP57 XAL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 25,733 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 24,801 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

general age related corrosion

Pass 15 Nov 2023 23,728 miles

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn n/s and o/s (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2023 23,704 miles

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

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

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn n/s and o/s (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 22,469 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2021 21,349 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 20,125 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 18,764 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2018 17,516 miles

Front brake discs inner face corroded

Front tyres worn smooth inner edge

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 16,131 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2016 14,753 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2015 13,455 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 12,005 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 10,225 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 9,100 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 7,368 miles

Front brake discs lightly pitted/corroded on inner faces

Pass 19 Jan 2011 6,262 miles

Front brake discs pitted

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

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 XAL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 XAL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BP57 XAL registered?

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

Is BP57 XAL safe to buy?

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