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BV58 ETA

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

61,262 mi
Last recorded61,262 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 ETA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2021 61,262 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 61,257 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 57,932 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 57,932 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 55,005 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 50,820 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 47,249 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 41,816 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2015 39,965 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2015 39,965 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 26 Sep 2014 37,127 miles

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 8 Oct 2013 34,652 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 32,705 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2012 32,705 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 24,376 miles

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

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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BV58 ETA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 BV58 ETA, 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 BV58 ETA registered?

BV58 ETA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 September 2008.

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