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CP57 VMD

2008 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

93,812 mi
Last recorded93,812 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP57 VMD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 5 Feb 2020 93,812 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective not secure as the panel securing it is badly corroded (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both sills corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective condensation build up (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury quarter panel badly corroded around fuel tank (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. plastic mechanism missing therefore seat is difficult to move forward (6.2.5 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced frosty headlamp aim distorted (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam full beam not working (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Spare wheel likely to become detached spare wheel carrier under car is badly corroded likely to break (6.1.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

bonnet opening device to keep the bonnet open missing unable to keep the bonnet open to check items under the hood

underbody has corrosion in various places

Pass 17 Jan 2019 89,798 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2018 83,216 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2017 76,650 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 69,540 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 61,728 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 54,417 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 47,542 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 37,578 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2011 32,325 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)

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 VMD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VMD, 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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CP57 VMD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

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