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FP08 OVA

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

52,284 mi
Last recorded52,284 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 OVA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2023 52,284 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 18 Oct 2023 52,284 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Sep 2022 46,039 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2021 38,557 miles

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2021 38,557 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength backof rear sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch lower (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2020 34,894 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2020 34,894 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2019 30,549 miles

Corrosion starting in both rear inner sills and both front floor pan areas.

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

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

Fail 9 Jan 2019 30,549 miles

Corrosion starting in both rear inner sills and both front floor pan areas.

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

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

Windscreen washer not working Both front (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 30,064 miles

Nearside Front inner sill slightly corroded

Pass 5 Jan 2017 29,234 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 7 Jan 2016 27,703 miles

front tyres perished

Pass 13 Jan 2015 25,614 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 25,614 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Apr 2014 24,221 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 20,265 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 16,721 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 13,652 miles

front wiper blades split slightly

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 OVA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 OVA, 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 OVA registered?

FP08 OVA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is FP08 OVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP08 OVA shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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