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FM08 OFO

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

87,208 mi
Last recorded87,208 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 OFO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2024 87,208 miles

External body near petrol flap repaired.

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Moisture inside. (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2023 67,097 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front 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 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

under seal used underneath overall

Pass 24 Sep 2022 53,747 miles

Car is cover underseal all around

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 53,622 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2021 51,551 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 47,872 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2019 44,432 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake fluid low as well (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 8 Jul 2019 44,432 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake fluid low as well (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 39,450 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 39,450 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 34,103 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 28,943 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 22,483 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 14,928 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 11,262 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2012 8,571 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 6,200 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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FM08 OFO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FM08 OFO, 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 FM08 OFO registered?

FM08 OFO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 August 2008.

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