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CX57 BZM

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

71,057 mi
Last recorded71,057 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX57 BZM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2017 71,057 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced axle mount (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 30 Aug 2017 71,057 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported centre pipe (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings open boot next to rear lens (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165/65/13 (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced axle mount (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 70,806 miles

Body has slight corrosion o/s and n/s rear inner sills (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Fail 25 Aug 2016 70,803 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported back box mounting (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Body has slight corrosion o/s and n/s rear inner sills (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

Pass 22 Jun 2015 68,408 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2015 68,294 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 61,995 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 54,869 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 46,458 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 37,763 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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CX57 BZM 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 CX57 BZM, 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 CX57 BZM registered?

CX57 BZM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 June 2008.

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