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CF08 BVR

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2023
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

148,657 mi
Last recorded148,657 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF08 BVR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Fail 19 Jun 2023 148,657 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength Nearside front subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength Nearside inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength Offside front subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength Offside inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength Offside outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Corrosion to fuel cap area

Offside front floor corroded but looks like it’s been repaired inside vehicle

Pass 22 Jun 2022 133,069 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe front mounting bracket corroded not affecting braking or steering (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Fail 10 Jun 2022 133,068 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2021 116,151 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 May 2021 115,735 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 3 Jun 2020 101,384 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassi leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 88,960 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassi rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassi rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2019 88,959 miles

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

Offside 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 is corroded but not considered excessive chassi rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassi rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 73,997 miles

both inner and outer seals starting to corrode

Fail 31 May 2018 73,946 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both inner and outer seals starting to corrode

Pass 14 Jul 2017 70,774 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 14 Jul 2017 70,774 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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

Pass 15 Jul 2016 65,378 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2016 65,378 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 58,471 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 51,916 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 45,239 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 39,053 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 32,997 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 32,840 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

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 BVR is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BVR, 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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CF08 BVR is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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