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BW08 AXG

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,771 mi
Last recorded41,771 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW08 AXG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2022 41,771 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2022 41,771 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 33,917 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills at rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 Aug 2020 29,703 miles

rear of outer sill slightly corroded

Fail 14 Aug 2020 29,703 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

rear of outer sill slightly corroded

Pass 9 Aug 2019 28,374 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 28,374 miles

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

Pass 11 Aug 2018 25,258 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 21,950 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 19,658 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 17,376 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 15,537 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 15,537 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

ALL TYRES SPLITING DUE TO AGE AND SUNLIGHT

Pass 9 Aug 2013 13,575 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 11,020 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 7,994 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 AXG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AXG, 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 AXG registered?

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

Is BW08 AXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW08 AXG shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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