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FP08 ODA

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

55,760 mi
Last recorded55,760 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 ODA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2023 55,760 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 55,760 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2022 51,608 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2022 51,535 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 48,377 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 45,207 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2020 45,200 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2019 41,240 miles

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Fail 20 Mar 2019 41,240 miles

Brake pedal pivot has slight wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 36,806 miles

Brake pedal jumping under load.

Pass 15 Mar 2017 32,862 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 22 Mar 2016 30,270 miles

movement in brake pedal

Pass 11 Mar 2015 28,631 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2014 26,086 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 21,925 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 18,808 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 15,410 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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FP08 ODA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FP08 ODA, 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 FP08 ODA registered?

FP08 ODA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is FP08 ODA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 ODA shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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