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CK08 BOJ

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

70,819 mi
Last recorded70,819 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK08 BOJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2023 70,819 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2022 69,489 miles

Exhaust mounting defective centre (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 10 Nov 2022 69,487 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective centre (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2021 66,456 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 65,154 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge need changing very soon (5.2.3 (e))

no warning lights on dash time of test

Fail 10 Jul 2019 65,030 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixings not compatible (5.2.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle bush inner sill and arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel fixings not compatible (5.2.2 (d))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail exhaust hanger area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch strut mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch strut mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 59,508 miles

Central Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 54,718 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 49,464 miles

Nearside Rear fuel filter adrift.

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion and holed. (6.1.B.2)

Fail 21 Jun 2016 49,373 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear fuel filter adrift.

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion and holed. (6.1.B.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 43,697 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2014 38,666 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 33,573 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 29,539 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 25,502 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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CK08 BOJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 CK08 BOJ, 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 CK08 BOJ registered?

CK08 BOJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 March 2008.

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