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JO57 APC

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2021
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

61,942 mi
Last recorded61,942 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJO57 APC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 8 Jun 2021 61,942 miles

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 May 2020 60,998 miles
Fail 28 May 2020 60,998 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 60,078 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2019 60,065 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 59,408 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 59,408 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 17" (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 58,411 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2017 58,389 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 54,685 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 48,446 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 43,580 miles

Advise tracking

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

o/s/r tyre cracking

Fail 13 Jun 2014 43,580 miles

Advise tracking

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

n/s/f tyre worn on edges

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 10 Jun 2013 37,005 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 37,005 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 30,599 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

wear in front brake disc's

Fail 6 Jun 2012 30,568 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 23,187 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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JO57 APC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 JO57 APC, 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 JO57 APC registered?

JO57 APC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is JO57 APC safe to buy?

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