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BU08 VDG

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

101,105 mi
Last recorded101,105 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 VDG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2024 101,105 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 93,953 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2023 93,843 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2022 88,134 miles

front chassis slightly corroded,rear inner sills corroded and only just met requirement

Pass 20 Mar 2021 81,340 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSF + OSF edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2020 76,594 miles

Front wiper blades smearing

Nearside Front Top mount play

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2019 68,864 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 68,864 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inside face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn inside face (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2018 58,364 miles

nearside front tyre low on inside edge

Pass 2 Mar 2017 52,335 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2017 52,335 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 May 2015 44,603 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 39,986 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 31,465 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 31,285 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 25,464 miles

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

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

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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BU08 VDG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BU08 VDG, 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 BU08 VDG registered?

BU08 VDG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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