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BV08 XXF

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

73,625 mi
Last recorded73,625 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 XXF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2020 73,625 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 60,825 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2019 60,825 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 47,078 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 47,053 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Oct 2017 34,474 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 22,423 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 21,238 miles

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

TYRE SIZE 165-65-13

rear tyres cracking

Fail 11 Jan 2016 21,238 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

TYRE SIZE 165-65-13

rear tyres cracking

Pass 2 Jan 2015 19,393 miles

nearside mirror insecure

offside mirror cover broken

rear tyres cracking

Pass 13 Dec 2013 17,077 miles

offside mirror cover broken

Pass 21 Dec 2012 15,199 miles

offside mirror cover broken

Pass 12 Jan 2012 13,005 miles

OFFSIDE MIRROR COVER BROKEN

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 XXF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 XXF, 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 XXF registered?

BV08 XXF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BV08 XXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 XXF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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