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CV08 VVX

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

98,823 mi
Last recorded98,823 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 VVX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 29 Jul 2020 98,823 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jan 2019 90,765 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S & N/S subframe mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S & N/S chassis. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S & N/S inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2019 90,765 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both O/S & N/S (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S & N/S subframe mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S & N/S chassis. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S & N/S inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 84,530 miles

O/S & N/S Inner sills corroded.

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting corroded.

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S & N/S fronts (2.4.A.3)

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S & N/S rears (2.4.A.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 78,751 miles

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

Nearside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Fail 5 Dec 2016 78,748 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded filler fuel cap (5.2.6)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2016 68,595 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 68,522 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch/filler cap area (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2015 57,360 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 42,750 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 32,723 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 26,666 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 23 Mar 2011 20,277 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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CV08 VVX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 CV08 VVX, 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 CV08 VVX registered?

CV08 VVX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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