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FV08 OCG

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

119,847 mi
Last recorded119,847 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 OCG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 119,847 miles

Nearside Front wing damaged

Fail 10 May 2018 117,835 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge wear (4.1.D.1b)

engine light on

Pass 24 Jul 2017 103,062 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2017 102,984 miles

Offside Front Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 92,575 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion rear inner and outer sills (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion rear inner and outer sills (6.1.B.2)

Fail 25 Aug 2016 92,567 miles

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

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

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion rear inner and outer sills (6.1.B.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion rear inner and outer sills (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 73,428 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 64,982 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 60,203 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 60,203 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 52,475 miles

all brake discs have slight corrosion on brake faces

Fail 21 Aug 2012 52,475 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

all brake discs have slight corrosion on brake faces

Pass 8 Oct 2011 44,027 miles

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

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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FV08 OCG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 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 FV08 OCG, 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 FV08 OCG registered?

FV08 OCG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 June 2008.

Is FV08 OCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 OCG shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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