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CV58 VLW

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

38,851 mi
Last recorded38,851 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV58 VLW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2021 38,851 miles

n/s sill slight corrosion

Fail 12 Jun 2021 38,846 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s&o/s front sub frame mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

n/s sill slight corrosion

Pass 1 Jun 2016 32,299 miles

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

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Jun 2016 32,299 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 27,521 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2015 27,521 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Oct 2014 25,887 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2013 23,143 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 20,250 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 16,644 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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CV58 VLW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 CV58 VLW, 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 CV58 VLW registered?

CV58 VLW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 7 October 2008.

Is CV58 VLW safe to buy?

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