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BT08 UFX

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

35,959 mi
Last recorded35,959 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 UFX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 35,959 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 35,071 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 33,151 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 30,957 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive by sub-frame bolts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive both closure panels (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2022 30,957 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive by sub-frame bolts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive both closure panels (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 29,244 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 28,640 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 27,928 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 26,850 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 25,107 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 23,475 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 22,543 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 20,850 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 17,354 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 13,895 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 10,377 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 UFX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BT08 UFX, 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 UFX registered?

BT08 UFX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is BT08 UFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT08 UFX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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