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BV08 ONR

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,455 mi
Last recorded75,455 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 ONR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2023 75,455 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2023 75,406 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 11 Apr 2023 75,406 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working side light inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2022 74,661 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Apr 2022 74,661 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at subframe/axle mounting holed and corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2021 73,824 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2021 73,816 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced holed within 30cm of 'a' post (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 72,585 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2020 72,585 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Floor to sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Inner quarter sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Mar 2019 71,367 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 68,772 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 66,147 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 63,854 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 62,128 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 60,842 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2013 55,601 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 53,165 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 53,165 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 34,892 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 17,847 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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BV08 ONR is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 BV08 ONR, 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 BV08 ONR registered?

BV08 ONR is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is BV08 ONR safe to buy?

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