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BW57 FKH

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

33,848 mi
Last recorded33,848 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW57 FKH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2024 33,848 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wings viewed from inside wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe front mount points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 33,848 miles

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wings viewed from inside wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe front mount points (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 31,737 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 30,000 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill rear of door (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle mount bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jun 2022 30,000 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure split around shoulder of tread and sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill rear of door (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle mount bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2021 27,738 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2020 25,911 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 25,871 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2014 25,844 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 25,773 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 25,651 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2012 24,169 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2011 18,438 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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)

clutch feed pipe weeping

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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BW57 FKH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BW57 FKH, 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

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What year was BW57 FKH registered?

BW57 FKH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is BW57 FKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW57 FKH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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