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BV58 ZBX

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,627 mi
Last recorded43,627 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 ZBX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Fail 29 Aug 2025 43,627 miles

Fuel hose leaking Hose to filter connection. (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Bulk head Servo mounting. (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill, front subframe mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill, rear suspension beam, mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber mounting around fuel filler (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Bulk head pedal linkage. (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Cross member. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 43,292 miles

Offside Rear chassis corroded outside prescribed areas

Fail 2 Sep 2024 43,292 miles

Fuel hose leaking fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear chassis corroded outside prescribed areas

Pass 31 Aug 2023 42,842 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg and subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

offside rear crossmember corroded outside prescribed areas

Fail 16 Aug 2023 42,813 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg and subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg and subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

offside rear crossmember corroded outside prescribed areas

Pass 1 Sep 2022 42,413 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2022 42,413 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Aug 2021 42,077 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 41,609 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2020 41,599 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2019 40,854 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 38,913 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 37,362 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 36,158 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 31,721 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 27,731 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 23,702 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 19,313 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2012 19,313 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 15,403 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 15,403 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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 ZBX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ZBX, 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 ZBX registered?

BV58 ZBX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 September 2008.

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