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FG08 BVT

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,463 mi
Last recorded40,463 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 BVT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2016 40,463 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 28,464 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 28,464 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 25,655 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 21,822 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2012 18,467 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 13,984 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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FG08 BVT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 FG08 BVT, 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 FG08 BVT registered?

FG08 BVT is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is FG08 BVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 BVT shows 7 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.

Does FG08 BVT have outstanding finance?

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