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CP08 OKV

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

57,881 mi
Last recorded57,881 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 OKV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 57,881 miles

Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s inner treads (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corrosion under body

Fail 4 Jul 2019 57,881 miles

Nearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Upper Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corrosion under body

Fail 3 May 2019 57,755 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed and corroded in 2 places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill heavily corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill heavily corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

body damage n/s/r

chassis heavily corroded

o/s/f chassis corroded

o/s/f inner wing heavily corroded

signs of corrosion fuel filler cap

top of fuel tank corroded

Pass 25 Apr 2018 50,564 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 50,563 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 43,119 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner body sill area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing / chassis area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing/chassis area (2.4.A.3)

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

Fail 21 Apr 2017 43,119 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner body sill area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing / chassis area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing/chassis area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2016 39,842 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)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 36,319 miles

o/s and n/s/r tyres surface cracks

Pass 23 Apr 2014 32,731 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

slight corrosion n/s/f chassis leg

slight corrosion o/s/f chassis leg

slight corrosion o/s/r inner sill

Fail 22 Apr 2014 32,728 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

slight corrosion n/s/f chassis leg

slight corrosion o/s/f chassis leg

slight corrosion o/s/r inner sill

Pass 19 Apr 2013 28,117 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Mar 2012 23,884 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 18,406 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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CP08 OKV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 CP08 OKV, 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 CP08 OKV registered?

CP08 OKV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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The MOT history for CP08 OKV shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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