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BV58 ZDW

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,468 mi
Last recorded59,468 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 ZDW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 59,468 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 8 May 2025 59,290 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

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

Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected marked in yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected marked in yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2024 44,483 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2024 44,482 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Lower mounting point (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Lower mounting point (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2023 36,215 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2022 30,629 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 30,629 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 25,097 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2021 25,097 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2020 23,394 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/f disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f lower arm rear bush starting to seperate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 May 2020 23,394 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s/f disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f lower arm rear bush starting to seperate (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Dec 2018 20,446 miles

Offside Front Advise tyre wearing low

Fail 24 Dec 2018 20,446 miles

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

Offside Front Advise tyre wearing low

Pass 11 Dec 2017 17,905 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 11 Dec 2017 17,905 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 14,974 miles

Front Advise front brake discs have minor lip and corrosion on inner face

Pass 26 Aug 2015 13,444 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 11,704 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 10,311 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 8,041 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 5,724 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 ZDW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black 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 ZDW, 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 ZDW registered?

BV58 ZDW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 3 September 2008.

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