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BW57 TLK

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

68,087 mi
Last recorded68,087 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW57 TLK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2017 68,087 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2017 68,087 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 56,167 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2015 52,687 miles

corrosion underbody

Fail 31 Jul 2015 52,687 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

corrosion underbody

Pass 8 Jul 2014 47,886 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

bonnet pull missing

ns front tyre wearing on outer edge

rear tyres c slight cracking in tread

Fail 8 Jul 2014 47,886 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

bonnet pull missing

ns front tyre wearing on outer edge

rear tyres c slight cracking in tread

Pass 11 Jul 2013 40,833 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

bonnet release catch broken

Fail 1 Jul 2013 40,833 miles

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

bonnet release catch broken

Pass 4 Feb 2012 29,662 miles

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front tyres worn on edges

Pass 24 Feb 2011 24,335 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 TLK 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 63.6%.

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 TLK, 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 TLK registered?

BW57 TLK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 February 2008.

Is BW57 TLK safe to buy?

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