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CA57 VFM

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

61,041 mi
Last recorded61,041 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA57 VFM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2018 61,041 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2018 61,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Interior mirror missing

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 56,036 miles

Offside Rear sill corroded

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front both (3.5.1i)

exhaust back box held with clips

Fail 7 Sep 2017 56,031 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

exhaust back box held with clips

Offside Rear sill corroded

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front both (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 May 2016 50,859 miles

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)

front and rear inner wheel archs corroded

Fail 26 May 2016 50,859 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.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)

front and rear inner wheel archs corroded

Pass 27 May 2015 44,878 miles

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

front inner wheel archs corroded

Fail 26 May 2015 44,878 miles

Nearside 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)

front inner wheel archs corroded

Pass 19 May 2014 38,184 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

rear tyres perished

Pass 23 May 2013 31,736 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 25,144 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 15,491 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 18 Jan 2011 15,491 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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CA57 VFM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 CA57 VFM, 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 CA57 VFM registered?

CA57 VFM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is CA57 VFM safe to buy?

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