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BT57 DWZ

2008 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

61,767 mi
Last recorded61,767 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT57 DWZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2021 61,767 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2021 61,755 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2020 60,684 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 57,096 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 51,015 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn on the inner edge.

Pass 22 Jun 2017 45,731 miles

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

both inner sills slightly corroded

o/s/r outer sill slightly corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2016 38,492 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 38,492 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 20 Mar 2015 21,121 miles

Near Side Rear Tyre Perished On Side Wall

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Off Side Front+Rear Tyre Perished On SideWalls

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 21,121 miles

Near Side Rear Tyre Perished On Side Wall

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

Off Side Front+Rear Tyre Perished On SideWalls

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

Pass 5 Feb 2014 15,957 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 14,452 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 11,394 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2011 9,886 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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BT57 DWZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 BT57 DWZ, 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 BT57 DWZ registered?

BT57 DWZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is BT57 DWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT57 DWZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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