MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
73,272 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Axle mounting prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Offside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Axle mounting prescribed area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
oil leak but not excessive
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gear box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Inner Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (front to back) (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive engine and gear box area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Body has slight corrosion outer sills (6.1.B.2)
Body has slight corrosion outer sills (6.1.B.2)
Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Nearside front tyre worn on inner
Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (2.4.G.2)
Nearside front tyre worn on inner
Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
o/s handbrake reading less than n/s
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
How Reliable is the Ford Ka?
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FG08 TVJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.
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 TVJ, 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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FG08 TVJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.
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