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BV08 OPS

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,627 mi
Last recorded68,627 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 68,627 miles

sills and underside very rusty

Pass 24 Jul 2018 67,481 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

play in both rear axle bushes

Pass 15 Aug 2017 66,069 miles

Rear number plate broken

Fail 14 Aug 2017 66,069 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear number plate broken

Pass 18 Aug 2016 64,911 miles

all tyres perrished

Pass 18 Dec 2015 64,894 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 57,229 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Nov 2014 57,229 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 46,262 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2012 30,610 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 17,544 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 OPS is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 OPS, 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 OPS registered?

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

Is BV08 OPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 OPS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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