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FG58 WNB

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

68,691 mi
Last recorded68,691 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 WNB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 68,691 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Nov 2025 68,636 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2024 46,045 miles

Nearside Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened glazed surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear road wheel distorted

Offside Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened glazed surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills within 30 cm of body/suspension mountings (prescribed area) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Oct 2024 46,045 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle PRS ~ adjusted/repaired (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases joint resealed (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened glazed surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear road wheel distorted

Offside Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened glazed surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills within 30 cm of body/suspension mountings (prescribed area) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 41,978 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark added fluid as necc. (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated added fluid as necc. (1.1.10 (f))

Localized corrosion

Pass 11 Nov 2022 40,292 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 39,410 miles

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 38,777 miles

Offside front tyre getting low on treads

Pass 5 Nov 2019 37,569 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 35,279 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 32,833 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 29,160 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded front of engine next to gear box (2.3.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 27,223 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 21,101 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 11,823 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 8,654 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 6,126 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 WNB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 WNB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG58 WNB registered?

FG58 WNB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 November 2008.

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