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BW08 ASV

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

89,189 mi
Last recorded89,189 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW08 ASV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Jul 2018 89,189 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength 2x offside outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front Subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills and Nearside outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 87,472 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner sills (2.4.A.3)

coolant low

Pass 26 Jul 2016 86,326 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 85,082 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 28 Jul 2015 85,082 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 80,773 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 65,793 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2012 51,410 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2011 38,194 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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BW08 ASV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BW08 ASV, 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 BW08 ASV registered?

BW08 ASV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 August 2008.

Is BW08 ASV safe to buy?

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