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BV08 ZFD

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

80,439 mi
Last recorded80,439 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 23 Nov 2018 80,439 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexie (6.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Hazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 65,687 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 22 Nov 2017 65,687 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 17 Dec 2016 55,042 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 52,456 miles

corrosion on both front chassis rails

n/s/r tyre perishing

wear on o/s/r tyre on inner edge

Pass 9 Feb 2015 48,805 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 43,657 miles

Bolt missing n/s handbrake bracket.

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Surface cracks in both rear tyres.

Pass 2 Mar 2013 37,658 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 30,070 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 21,857 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 ZFD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ZFD, 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

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What year was BV08 ZFD registered?

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

Is BV08 ZFD safe to buy?

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