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DS08 BXN

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,353 mi
Last recorded60,353 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS08 BXN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2020 60,353 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 13 May 2019 59,709 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive around fuel flap (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/65/13 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 May 2019 59,709 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive around fuel flap (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/65/13 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 55,654 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 55,637 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor adjacent to front subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced at rear of fuel filler cap assembly close to nearside rear seatbelt upper fixing point (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing behind leading edge of road wheel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills and front floor areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2017 51,074 miles

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

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 28 May 2016 46,238 miles

Nearside Rear sill corroded

Offside Rear sill corroded

area around fuel cap corroded

Fail 28 May 2016 46,238 miles

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

Nearside Rear sill corroded

Offside Rear sill corroded

area around fuel cap corroded

Pass 18 May 2015 42,070 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

petrol tank rusting

Fail 18 May 2015 42,070 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

petrol tank rusting

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Nearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 May 2014 36,760 miles

Air box insecure

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 May 2013 32,816 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 32,816 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

nearside rear tyre starting to crack between tread

Pass 21 May 2012 28,216 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 23,244 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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DS08 BXN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DS08 BXN, 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 DS08 BXN registered?

DS08 BXN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 May 2008.

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