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FG08 OSN

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,921 mi
Last recorded72,921 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 OSN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 9 May 2019 72,921 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor near a pilar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear number plate slightly cracked

Pass 25 May 2018 61,732 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Perished/cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split/smear slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Perished/cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective split/smear slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Surface corrosion chassis/body

Pass 18 Apr 2017 49,607 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)

exhaust system is corroded

o/s and n/s inner sills have surface corrosion

Pass 22 Apr 2016 43,158 miles

exhaust system is very corroded

o/s and n/s front subframe mountings are corroded

o/s and n/s inner sills have surface corrosion

Pass 8 May 2015 38,892 miles

slight damage to rear number plate

Pass 28 Apr 2014 31,525 miles

slight damage to rear number plate

Pass 29 Apr 2013 26,987 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 23,421 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 26 Apr 2011 18,705 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 OSN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue 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 FG08 OSN, 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 OSN registered?

FG08 OSN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is FG08 OSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 OSN 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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