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BV08 YBE

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

61,853 mi
Last recorded61,853 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2021 61,853 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 58,665 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2020 58,665 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2019 54,146 miles

tyre sizes differ on front and rear axles

Fail 26 Feb 2019 54,146 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

tyre sizes differ on front and rear axles

Pass 27 Feb 2018 48,606 miles

front brake discs wearing thin

mil lamp on dash

power steering pipes corroded

Pass 8 Feb 2017 43,066 miles

power steering pipes corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2016 38,501 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 34,026 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2014 28,108 miles

2,5 mm tread on nearside front tyre

Pass 15 Feb 2013 28,183 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 28,183 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 19,188 miles

rear brakes ssqueeking slightly

Pass 17 Feb 2011 13,467 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 YBE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 YBE, 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 YBE registered?

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

Is BV08 YBE safe to buy?

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