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FM57 OVY

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

57,848 mi
Last recorded57,848 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 OVY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2019 57,848 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 56,184 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 54,786 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 53,220 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

dye around air con compressor

Fail 2 Nov 2016 53,220 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

dye around air con compressor

Pass 14 Oct 2015 51,657 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2015 51,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Nov 2014 46,889 miles

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

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 30 Sep 2013 41,165 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 34,063 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 28,202 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 28,202 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 7 Jan 2011 18,681 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 18,681 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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FM57 OVY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FM57 OVY, 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 FM57 OVY registered?

FM57 OVY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 7 January 2008.

Is FM57 OVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 OVY shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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