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BV08 ORF

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

95,902 mi
Last recorded95,902 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 4 Jan 2020 95,902 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill both sides at front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner and outer sills both sides front and rear (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear inner wheels arches and chassis area both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear chassis and both inner wheels arch areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

body ,chassis and suspension heavy surface corrosion

front subframe mounting arear heavu surface corrosion

front wing bottoms corroded

rear wheel arches corroded behind covers

Pass 16 Jan 2019 87,419 miles

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front sub frame mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear suspension mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

heavy surface corrosion on exhaust system

surface corrosion on suspension body and chassis

Pass 15 Jan 2018 80,336 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills both sides (2.4.A.3)

Fail 12 Jan 2018 80,336 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis at front near subframe mounts both sides (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken dropped and close to tyre (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front bush (2.4.G.2)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sills both sides (2.4.A.3)

Pass 21 Jan 2017 74,761 miles

brakepipes greased

Fail 21 Jan 2017 74,761 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

brakepipes greased

Pass 23 Jan 2016 69,762 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Fail 23 Jan 2016 69,762 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 63,069 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 26 Jan 2015 63,069 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 23 Jan 2014 54,848 miles

Fuel filter corroded.

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

Nearside front tyre perished.

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 51,160 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 43,873 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 31,015 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 17,994 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 ORF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 BV08 ORF, 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 ORF registered?

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

Is BV08 ORF safe to buy?

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