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FP08 ODJ

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

85,158 mi
Last recorded85,158 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 ODJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2019 85,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/65/13 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Apr 2019 85,158 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/65/13 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2018 79,461 miles
Fail 21 May 2018 79,461 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2017 69,896 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 69,896 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 May 2016 58,852 miles
Fail 6 May 2016

Front brake disc modified and seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 11 May 2015 49,466 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 49,465 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 16 May 2014 40,053 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 40,053 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 May 2013 29,175 miles
Fail 13 May 2013 29,175 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2012 19,105 miles
Pass 19 May 2011 11,561 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 ODJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 ODJ, 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 FP08 ODJ registered?

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

Is FP08 ODJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 ODJ shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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