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FG08 VLR

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

68,954 mi
Last recorded68,954 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 VLR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Nov 2020 68,954 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength marrked with chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering marked with white chalk (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2019 65,092 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 62,967 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 60,561 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 57,728 miles

Offside Rear perished

Pass 23 May 2015 54,873 miles

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 27 May 2014 51,959 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 18 Apr 2013 42,110 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside rear tyre perished

Pass 19 Apr 2012 32,092 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 22 Apr 2011 21,253 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

one bolt missing from n/s h/brake cable clip

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 VLR is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue 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 VLR, 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 VLR registered?

FG08 VLR is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is FG08 VLR safe to buy?

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