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BW57 JVE

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

28,193 mi
Last recorded28,193 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW57 JVE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 17 Jan 2023 28,193 miles

Offside Driver's seat with a defective structure rust hole within 30cm of seat mounting . (6.2.5 (a) (i))

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

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

Brake actuating linkage mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded and functionality of the braking system is affected Rust hole within 30cm of linkage (1.1.21 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front TYRE ON 1.6MM

Pass 20 Jan 2022 27,702 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 27,232 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn low 2mm + inner edge.

Slight rust under both sides behind front suspension.

Fail 8 Jan 2021 27,232 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn low 2mm + inner edge.

Offside Rear Position lamp not working Side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Slight rust under both sides behind front suspension.

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2020 26,759 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 26,002 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 24,984 miles

n/s/f inner drive shaft boot twisted.

Pass 23 Jan 2017 23,853 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2017 23,853 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 22,488 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 20,353 miles

rear tyres perished

Pass 27 Jan 2014 18,148 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 15,946 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 15,946 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2012 13,459 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 10,591 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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BW57 JVE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red 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 BW57 JVE, 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 BW57 JVE registered?

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

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