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CF08 BCU

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2021
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

62,016 mi
Last recorded62,016 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF08 BCU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Fail 11 Nov 2021 62,016 miles

Nearside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury faceing panel. (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury outer sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury faceing panel. (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury inner sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury outer sill (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury chassis (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury chassis (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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

oil leak.under side slightly corroded.

Pass 3 Dec 2020 59,503 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 2 Dec 2020 59,473 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 51,928 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 May 2018 45,528 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2018 45,528 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 2 May 2017 40,866 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 40,866 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1656513 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 May 2016 35,197 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1656513 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 May 2015 31,131 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2015 31,131 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 May 2014 26,421 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s door mirror cracked

Fail 19 May 2014 26,421 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

o/s door mirror cracked

Fail 3 May 2013 21,751 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 3 May 2013 21,751 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 28 Apr 2012 17,493 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 13,731 miles

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)

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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CF08 BCU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 CF08 BCU, 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 CF08 BCU registered?

CF08 BCU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 July 2008.

Is CF08 BCU safe to buy?

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