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BW08 BBV

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

68,604 mi
Last recorded68,604 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2018 68,604 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 62,757 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perishing (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2016 56,556 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perrishing

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

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

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

Fail 23 Sep 2016 56,556 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear tyre perrishing

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2015 49,609 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 43,777 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 43,777 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 37,014 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

cut in nearside front tyre but not exposing cords or ply

Pass 29 Sep 2012 29,754 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 29,754 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 21,398 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 BBV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 BBV, 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 BBV registered?

BW08 BBV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 August 2008.

Is BW08 BBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW08 BBV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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