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BT08 UHP

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,251 mi
Last recorded53,251 miles
Recorded on6 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 UHP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2022 53,251 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner/outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor /inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner/outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 May 2022 53,251 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner/outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor /inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner/outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 50,943 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2021 50,943 miles

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 48,714 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 46,507 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 43,845 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2017 40,553 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2017 40,553 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 6 May 2016 37,177 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 37,177 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 May 2015 33,902 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 30,587 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 26,998 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 23,340 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 20,124 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 UHP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 UHP, 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 UHP registered?

BT08 UHP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 July 2008.

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