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EO58 OPU

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,008 mi
Last recorded33,008 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO58 OPU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2022 33,008 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front floor pan forming corrosion

Offside sill forming corrosion

Pass 19 Aug 2021 31,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 30,949 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2020 30,949 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 30,331 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 29,607 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 28,446 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 26,728 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement worn and perished (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 24,739 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 23,389 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 17,374 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 12,364 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 11,277 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 11,277 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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EO58 OPU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 EO58 OPU, 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 EO58 OPU registered?

EO58 OPU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is EO58 OPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO58 OPU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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