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BW57 PKV

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

107,800 mi
Last recorded107,800 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW57 PKV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 107,800 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

filler in 0,s,r inner wheel arch and outer sills

Fail 30 Oct 2025 107,704 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both front sill to floors, O/S middle outer sill and O/S middle sill to floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both rear under sills, both rear chassis and N/S/R sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired N/S/R outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Filler in O/S/R inner wheel arch and outer sills

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2024 103,529 miles

both front tyres wearing close to legal limit

brakepipes have protective coatings

front and rear suspension corroding

Fail 31 Oct 2024 103,503 miles

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced nsr outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced osf outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Brake hose slightly twisted osf (1.1.12 (b) (i))

both front tyres wearing close to legal limit

brakepipes have protective coatings

front and rear suspension corroding

Pass 19 Oct 2023 98,975 miles

both rear shockers damp

brake pipes have protective coatings

front and rear suspension corroding

ns and os front lower arm front and rear bushes deteriorating

oil leak

Fail 9 Oct 2023 98,959 miles

Exhaust system insecure exhaust bracket broekn (6.1.2 (a))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ns centre outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ns front and centre inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced osf centre outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

both rear shockers damp

brake pipes have protective coatings

front and rear suspension corroding

ns and os front lower arm front and rear bushes deteriorating

oil leak

Pass 21 Oct 2022 94,599 miles

bottom arm rear bushes unbonding

brake pipes corroding and have protective coatings

exhaust, front suspension and rear suspension corroding

oil leak

Fail 14 Oct 2022 94,531 miles

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ns inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced os front and rear outer sill corroding (6.1.1 (c) (i))

bottom arm rear bushes unbonding

brake pipes corroding and have protective coatings

exhaust, front suspension and rear suspension corroding

oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2021 89,861 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 84,402 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 79,321 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2019 79,118 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 73,575 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 68,564 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 64,235 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 64,235 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 59,282 miles

Offside front Tyre sidewalls slightly damaged

Slight coolant leak

Pass 10 Nov 2014 51,452 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 51,452 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 44,282 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 37,406 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 30,799 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 24,378 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 PKV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PKV, 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 PKV registered?

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

Is BW57 PKV safe to buy?

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