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CP57 PWX

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

36,748 mi
Last recorded36,748 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP57 PWX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2019 36,748 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Fail 29 Jul 2019 36,748 miles

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Pass 31 Jul 2018 36,142 miles

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

offside nearside rear inner sills corroded

offside nearside rear shocks corroding

Fail 30 Jul 2018 36,142 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

offside nearside rear inner sills corroded

offside nearside rear shocks corroding

Pass 12 Jul 2017 35,396 miles

offside nearside inner sills corroded

Fail 11 Jul 2017 35,394 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is cracked, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner arch (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside nearside inner sills corroded

Pass 3 Aug 2016 34,556 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 34,556 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 33,725 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 32,590 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 32,590 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 31,689 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2012 29,488 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 27,956 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jan 2011 23,408 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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CP57 PWX 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 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 CP57 PWX, 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 CP57 PWX registered?

CP57 PWX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 January 2008.

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