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CK08 BPX

2008 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,097 mi
Last recorded75,097 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK08 BPX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 16 Dec 2019 75,097 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both rear inner sills marked in yellow chalk next to rear axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both rear inner arches marked in yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 70,388 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2018 70,340 miles

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2017 63,423 miles

nearside front floor showing signs of corrosion

Pass 5 Dec 2016 59,559 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 54,649 miles

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both (2.5.A.1c)

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

drivers door dented

Fail 25 Jan 2016 54,403 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch area's marked in yellow (2.4.A.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner & outer sill area's (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside front tyre is on the limit outer edge

offside rear tyre is worn unevenly / negative camber from accident damage

Pass 28 Jan 2015 37,253 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 37,253 miles

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

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2014 32,194 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 27,471 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 24,323 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 BPX is a 2008 Ford Ka in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CK08 BPX, 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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CK08 BPX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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