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FG08 BXJ

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,148 mi
Last recorded34,148 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 BXJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2019 34,148 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 34,110 miles

Nearside Front Body component insecure inner wing panel fouling flexi brake pipe on full lock (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened inner sill corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 32,263 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 30,099 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 27,948 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 25,867 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 22,709 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 19,409 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 15,505 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 11,354 miles

nearside front wheel buckled

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 BXJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BXJ, 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 FG08 BXJ registered?

FG08 BXJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FG08 BXJ safe to buy?

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