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BT57 DXB

2008 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jan 2027
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,604 mi
Last recorded18,604 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT57 DXB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 18,604 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2026 18,604 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2025 17,429 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2025 17,429 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2023 16,750 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2023 16,750 miles

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 16,355 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2022 16,355 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Dec 2021 15,850 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2021 15,850 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 30 Dec 2020 15,190 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 14,614 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2020 14,614 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 13,993 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2018 13,993 miles

Nearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Dec 2017 13,241 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 12,427 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 12,427 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2016 11,474 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 10,434 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2013 9,229 miles

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

nearside front tyre has slight cracks in tread

Pass 4 Jan 2013 8,308 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 7,239 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 6,549 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 DXB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BT57 DXB, 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

How do I check the history of BT57 DXB?

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What year was BT57 DXB registered?

BT57 DXB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is BT57 DXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT57 DXB shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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