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EK08 BMV

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

85,287 mi
Last recorded85,287 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 BMV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2018 85,287 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2017 80,923 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 72,233 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 64,147 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 59,262 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 51,802 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2013 51,802 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 36,128 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 19,393 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 BMV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BMV, 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

How do I check the history of EK08 BMV?

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What year was EK08 BMV registered?

EK08 BMV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is EK08 BMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK08 BMV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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