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BV08 OTX

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

48,862 mi
Last recorded48,862 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 48,862 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Dec 2020 48,862 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both side. (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 43,815 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess gearbox mount rubber separating (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Fail 17 Jun 2019 43,815 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill at axle mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess gearbox mount rubber separating (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

Fail 6 Jun 2019 43,773 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn both axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sills near and offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear mounts on floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassic rail on floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear fuel filler cap area corroded

Nearside Rear fuel filter corroded

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 May 2018 41,884 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

corroded underside

fuel cap area corroded

hand brake cables corroded

Pass 15 May 2017 39,602 miles

Engine management light on

Headlight aim adjusted

Light underside corrosion

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

Fail 15 May 2017 39,602 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge worn (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine management light on

Headlight aim adjusted

Light underside corrosion

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

Pass 25 May 2016 36,242 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front (2.4.A.3)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear near floor mounts (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 32,988 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 32,987 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

exhaust rear mount broken

Pass 27 May 2014 28,975 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

underside of vehicle slightly corroded

Pass 22 May 2013 24,827 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 15,709 miles

advise o/s/f tyre wall cracked but not showing wires or cords

Pass 23 Jun 2011 13,584 miles

FRONT DISCS LIPPED\WORN

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 OTX 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 OTX, 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 OTX registered?

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

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