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BT08 FTV

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

118,792 mi
Last recorded118,792 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 FTV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2019 118,792 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 108,500 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn to inside edge

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jan 2017 97,153 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 97,153 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 83,456 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced water ingress (1.7.5a)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Fail 23 Jan 2016 83,407 miles

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced water ingress (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 2 Jan 2015 77,788 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 30 Dec 2014 77,787 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 71,232 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 71,232 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 56,938 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 41,141 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 32,905 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 FTV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FTV, 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 BT08 FTV registered?

BT08 FTV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is BT08 FTV safe to buy?

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