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FV08 VHF

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2016
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,292 mi
Last recorded68,292 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2015
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 VHF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 29 Apr 2015 68,292 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2014 65,697 miles

osr tyre 2.75mm

Pass 26 Jun 2013 52,576 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 39,696 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front lower wishbone bushes splitting slightly

Pass 17 Jun 2011 26,177 miles

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

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 VHF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FV08 VHF, 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 VHF registered?

FV08 VHF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is FV08 VHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 VHF shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV08 VHF have outstanding finance?

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