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BW08 BDO

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

69,730 mi
Last recorded69,730 miles
Recorded on21 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW08 BDO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2016 69,730 miles

Front tyres getting close to wear bars

Fail 21 May 2016 69,730 miles

Front tyres getting close to wear bars

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2015 58,624 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 47,334 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 36,869 miles

rear number plate cracked

Pass 15 May 2012 28,453 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 28,451 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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 BDO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BDO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BW08 BDO?

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What year was BW08 BDO registered?

BW08 BDO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 August 2008.

Is BW08 BDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW08 BDO shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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