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DE58 OBB

2008 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

73,788 mi
Last recorded73,788 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE58 OBB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2020 73,788 miles

Coolant leak ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust backbox corroded and the clamp is missing

Fail 26 Oct 2020 73,788 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust backbox corroded and the clamp is missing

Pass 29 Oct 2019 65,772 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 64,374 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2019 58,077 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2019 58,077 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2018 53,829 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin All front pads (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 Feb 2018 53,829 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut in sidewall too deep (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Washer motor not working (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin All front pads (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Feb 2017 49,675 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 47,416 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 44,967 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 37,808 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

n/s wiper starting to split at top

Pass 9 Jan 2014 37,808 miles

Oil leak

n/s wiper starting to split at top

Pass 4 Jan 2013 30,554 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2011 23,537 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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DE58 OBB is a 2008 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DE58 OBB, 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 DE58 OBB registered?

DE58 OBB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 December 2008.

Is DE58 OBB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE58 OBB shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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