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FL08 BTE

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

58,270 mi
Last recorded58,270 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 BTE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2020 58,270 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside handbrake cable insecure

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

Previous welding repairs covered in under-seal

Under vehicle covered in under-seal

Fail 2 Sep 2020 58,181 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill / floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill / floor near sub frame mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill near rear axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill / floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor / chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill / floor near sub frame mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg / inner wing near sub frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear door pillar / outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg / inner wing near sub frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 52,884 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg, both front and rear mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg, both front and rear monutings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2019 52,884 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg, both front and rear mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis leg, both front and rear monutings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 47,168 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 41,870 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 21 Aug 2017 41,866 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 40,787 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 40,787 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 33,937 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 25,144 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 20,578 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 16,482 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 14,244 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 10,082 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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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FL08 BTE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 FL08 BTE, 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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FL08 BTE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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