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FG08 OSO

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

107,766 mi
Last recorded107,766 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 OSO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Sep 2021 107,766 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired hole in floor (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner sill near rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner and outer sill near rear axle (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Sep 2020 104,159 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Rear Hanger Broken (System Still Secure) (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OS+NS Front Wishbone Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OS+NS Rear Wishbone Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS+OS Front Sills (Inner) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox Area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS+OS Rear Sills (Inner) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Sep 2020 104,159 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Rear Hanger Broken (System Still Secure) (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OS+NS Front Wishbone Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OS+NS Rear Wishbone Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS+OS Front Sills (Inner) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox Area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced NS+OS Rear Sills (Inner) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 99,205 miles

Exhaust mounting defective Rear exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Slight oil leak from gearbox area

Pass 25 Jun 2018 94,917 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2017 88,158 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under vehicle corroded

Fail 20 Jun 2017 88,158 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint outer ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

under vehicle corroded

Pass 26 May 2016 78,113 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 78,083 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 67,072 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 48,751 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 31,640 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 13,017 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 OSO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OSO, 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 OSO registered?

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

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