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BV58 GVE

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,063 mi
Last recorded29,063 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 GVE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2025 29,063 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides/ OSF Borderline (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced both sides (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm area both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. pedal has long reserve travel (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

all 4 outer arches taped up

Pass 28 Oct 2023 23,334 miles

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

Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis/ both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front arches covered with tape/ both sides

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 18,419 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

nsf & osf(side bumper wing trim duct tapped)

Fail 20 Sep 2022 18,419 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement back inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

nsf & osf(side bumper wing trim duct tapped)

Pass 8 Sep 2021 14,652 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 12,134 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2020 12,134 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2019 11,957 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 11,451 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 10,752 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 9,547 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 6,284 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 4,889 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 4,046 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 3,227 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 2,531 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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BV58 GVE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GVE, 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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BV58 GVE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 September 2008.

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