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BV08 YZU

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2017
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,858 mi
Last recorded44,858 miles
Recorded on14 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV08 YZU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 14 May 2016 44,858 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 40,615 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 38,164 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 36,115 miles

Nearside rear tyre starting to crack around shoulder.

Offside rear tyre starting to crack around shoulder

Pass 5 Apr 2013 31,729 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 26,579 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 18,648 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 YZU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YZU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BV08 YZU?

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What year was BV08 YZU registered?

BV08 YZU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is BV08 YZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV08 YZU shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BV08 YZU have outstanding finance?

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