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EK08 BGZ

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,520 mi
Last recorded57,520 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 BGZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2020 57,520 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 51,937 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources offside rear (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 49,291 miles

Nearside Front wishbone bush unbonding

front wiper blades streaking

minor movement in rear beam axle bushes

Pass 27 Mar 2017 48,877 miles

Nearside Front Suspension 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)

front wiper blades streaking

Pass 22 Mar 2016 45,940 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracked

Pass 25 Feb 2015 38,017 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2014 30,911 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 28,092 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 24,951 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 20,283 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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EK08 BGZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EK08 BGZ, 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 EK08 BGZ registered?

EK08 BGZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is EK08 BGZ safe to buy?

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