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BP57 ZDU

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2021
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

56,748 mi
Last recorded56,748 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP57 ZDU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2020 56,748 miles

Nearside Front suspension arm ball joint dust cover slightly deteriorating

underside of vehicle surface corrosion

Pass 1 Oct 2019 49,268 miles

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

underside surface corrosion

Pass 25 Sep 2018 38,129 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 34,378 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 28,758 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 26,170 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 21,699 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 17,569 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 13,761 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 1,998 miles

Offside front wishbone rear bush has seperated but not causing excessive movement

Pass 19 Jan 2011 8,913 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2011 8,913 miles

Nearside 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 ZDU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 ZDU, 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 ZDU registered?

BP57 ZDU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 January 2008.

Is BP57 ZDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP57 ZDU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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