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BP57 XAW

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2021
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

53,740 mi
Last recorded53,740 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP57 XAW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2020 53,740 miles

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2.2mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2020 53,740 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheelarch/chasss (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2.2mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 50,894 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2019 50,892 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 47,323 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre inner edge worn

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Oct 2018 47,322 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre inner edge worn

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2017 43,388 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor mount area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 39,104 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front tyre inner edge worn

Pass 19 Oct 2015 36,099 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 36,099 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Fail 14 Oct 2014 31,434 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 31,434 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 28,175 miles

N/S/F Tyre inner edge worn

Fail 28 Oct 2013 28,172 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

N/S/F Tyre inner edge worn

Fail 22 Oct 2012 26,956 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Oct 2012 26,956 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 26,147 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 26,147 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 24,194 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 24,194 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 XAW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 XAW, 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 XAW registered?

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

Is BP57 XAW safe to buy?

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