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BT08 VYP

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,617 mi
Last recorded80,617 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2017 80,617 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension turret (2.4.A.3)

Fail 22 Jun 2017 80,617 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive suspension turret (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 71,429 miles

rear exhaust mount broken

Pass 9 Apr 2015 64,641 miles

nearside headlamp image slightly diffused

Pass 28 Apr 2014 56,784 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 45,835 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 19,942 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 18,035 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 VYP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VYP, 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 VYP registered?

BT08 VYP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is BT08 VYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT08 VYP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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