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FP58 UTA

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2023
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

99,721 mi
Last recorded99,721 miles
Recorded on2 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP58 UTA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Fail 2 May 2023 99,721 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2022 97,316 miles

General corrosion

Fail 13 Apr 2022 97,316 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

General corrosion

Pass 16 Apr 2021 75,489 miles

General corrosion to underneath of vehicle

Fail 15 Apr 2021 95,489 miles

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

General corrosion to underneath of vehicle

Pass 20 Dec 2019 94,581 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 91,809 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2018 91,809 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2017 82,111 miles

general corrosion

Fail 21 Dec 2017 83,226 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

general corrosion

Pass 6 Dec 2016 67,711 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 54,859 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Dec 2015 54,859 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working x2 (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Dec 2014 41,465 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 32,547 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 32,547 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 26,611 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Dec 2012 26,611 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 12,770 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 12,770 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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FP58 UTA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 FP58 UTA, 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 FP58 UTA registered?

FP58 UTA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 December 2008.

Is FP58 UTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP58 UTA shows 20 tests with a 55% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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