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BT08 ERX

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,652 mi
Last recorded79,652 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 ERX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2020 79,652 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 79,652 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 71,740 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 71,740 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 62,696 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 62,608 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 54,708 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2016 49,570 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2016 49,570 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2015 42,329 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 37,623 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2013 31,598 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

exhaust system mountings corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2013 31,598 miles

exhaust system mountings corroded

Pass 31 May 2012 23,900 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 20,422 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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BT08 ERX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BT08 ERX, 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 BT08 ERX registered?

BT08 ERX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is BT08 ERX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT08 ERX shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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