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BV08 VWB

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

109,846 mi
Last recorded109,846 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 VWB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 109,846 miles

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

n/s & o/s sills corroded

Fail 18 Jun 2019 109,846 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen Bulb (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

n/s & o/s sills corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2018 102,696 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 102,693 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2017 95,210 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 90,880 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 85,178 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 77,062 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 64,661 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 64,661 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2012 48,194 miles

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

front pads 3mm of wear left

Pass 2 Feb 2011 31,112 miles

front brake discs appear 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 VWB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 VWB, 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 VWB registered?

BV08 VWB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is BV08 VWB safe to buy?

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