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FG58 UCH

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

66,629 mi
Last recorded66,629 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 UCH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2020 66,629 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Aug 2020 66,604 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 18 May 2020 66,555 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Suspension mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 May 2019 62,130 miles

inner & outer sills, arches & floor pans corroded/front chassis legs badly corroded

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge & damaged outer wall

offside front suspension bush deteriorated

offside rear tyre deteriorated

Fail 20 May 2019 62,130 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected OFFSISDE REAR INNER ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

inner & outer sills, arches & floor pans corroded/front chassis legs badly corroded

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge & damaged outer wall

offside front suspension bush deteriorated

offside rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 6 Jun 2018 56,198 miles

general corrosion in underside of vehicle

Pass 7 Jun 2017 50,384 miles

general corrosion in vehicle

Pass 15 Jun 2016 44,723 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear-most (2.4.G.2)

brakes squealing

Pass 3 Jun 2015 40,047 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 35,259 miles

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

both front tyres low on inner edges

Pass 10 Jun 2013 29,391 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 23,744 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 17,224 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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FG58 UCH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 FG58 UCH, 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 FG58 UCH registered?

FG58 UCH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 November 2008.

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