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CP57 UMU

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,411 mi
Last recorded61,411 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP57 UMU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2018 61,411 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 61,389 miles

Body component insecure fuel cap / filler neck (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Oct 2017 57,813 miles

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

front brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 25 Feb 2017 54,006 miles

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

n\s inner sill corroded

Fail 18 Feb 2017 53,971 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

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

n\s inner sill corroded

Pass 20 Jan 2016 47,615 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 42,691 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2014 37,055 miles

Both rear tyres cracked.

O/s/f tyre tread worn on inner edge.

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

Pass 23 Jan 2013 30,735 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 24,813 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Jan 2011 18,585 miles

both front tyres getting low on tread

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 UMU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 CP57 UMU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CP57 UMU registered?

CP57 UMU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 January 2008.

Is CP57 UMU safe to buy?

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