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BV08 ORA

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

33,297 mi
Last recorded33,297 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 ORA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2019 33,297 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension components slightly corroded

Under body corroded

Wheel trims fitted

Fail 1 Mar 2019 33,264 miles

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension components slightly corroded

Under body corroded

Wheel trims fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2018 31,876 miles

Wheel trims fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2017 29,870 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 28,916 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear nail in rear tyre

battery inscure

Pass 26 Feb 2015 28,173 miles

wiper blades worn

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2014 27,181 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 25,060 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 22,581 miles

Offside rear tyre perrished 165/65-13.

Pass 2 Mar 2011 17,944 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 ORA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 ORA, 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 ORA registered?

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

Is BV08 ORA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 ORA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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