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CV08 VWT

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

45,501 mi
Last recorded45,501 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 VWT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 45,501 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 4 Jun 2025 44,690 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

FLOOR PAN & SILL WELDED

Pass 4 Jun 2024 44,168 miles

BOTH OUTER SILL REPAIRED

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2023 42,865 miles

Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL REPAIRED (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL REPAIRED (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 41,055 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal CHASSIS & INNER WING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal CHASSIS & INNER WING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL PERISHING (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2021 38,331 miles

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal CHASSIS EXTENSIVLEY WELDED (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Mar 2021 38,237 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength IINER SILL FLOOR PAN (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired SUBFRAME MOUNT CHASSIS & INNER WING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength CHASSIS INNER WING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SILL FLOOR PAN (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SUBFRAME MOUNT CHASSIS & INNER WING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 34,121 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 34,121 miles

Offside Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 30,666 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill to floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 29,853 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 29,853 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part fitted incorrectly (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 28,399 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 28,398 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill by axle mounting (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 29 Mar 2016 26,449 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 26,449 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 23,652 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 20,585 miles

2x rear tyres have excessive cracking

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 19 Mar 2013 17,882 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 14,738 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 11,585 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 VWT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 CV08 VWT, 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 CV08 VWT registered?

CV08 VWT is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is CV08 VWT safe to buy?

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