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FP08 ODG

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

70,094 mi
Last recorded70,094 miles
Recorded on3 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2019 70,094 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

corrosion to ns outer sill

corrosion to os inner sill

corrosion to underside

Fail 3 May 2019 70,094 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

corrosion to ns outer sill

corrosion to os inner sill

corrosion to underside

Pass 9 May 2018 65,600 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside sill corroded inside door edge

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

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

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

general corrosion to underside and ns and os sills

Fail 8 May 2018 65,582 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside sill corroded inside door edge

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

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

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

general corrosion to underside and ns and os sills

Pass 9 May 2017 61,458 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 9 May 2017 61,453 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and perished (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 May 2016 55,945 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 51,161 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 44,067 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2013 36,150 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 28,994 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 28,994 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 May 2011 22,195 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 22,195 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.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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FP08 ODG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ODG, 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 ODG registered?

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

Is FP08 ODG safe to buy?

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