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KP08 MVA

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

93,779 mi
Last recorded93,779 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP08 MVA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2021 93,779 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective Front and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gear selector input (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front and rear both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2021 93,779 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective Front and rear (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive Gear selector input (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front and rear both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 87,367 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *HEAVILY WORN ON INNER EDGE* Nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres *HEAVILY WORN ON INNER EDGE* (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Oct 2020 87,367 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge *HEAVILY WORN ON INNER EDGE* Nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres *HEAVILY WORN ON INNER EDGE* (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2019 83,586 miles

Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached rear both sides (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 3mm and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2018 79,649 miles

BOTH REAR AND N/S/F TYRE'S CRACKING

Oil leak, but not excessive REVERS SWITCH (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2018 79,647 miles

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced N/S/R INNER ARCH/SILL BACK (6.1.1 (c) (i))

BOTH REAR AND N/S/F TYRE'S CRACKING

Oil leak, but not excessive REVERS SWITCH (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 76,807 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 73,425 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 70,176 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 27 Jan 2016 70,176 miles

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

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

front tyres bald on inner edges

Fail 27 Jan 2016 70,176 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2015 62,876 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 55,076 miles

front brake pads appear low

Pass 13 Feb 2013 45,277 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 34,709 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 22,178 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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KP08 MVA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KP08 MVA, 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 KP08 MVA registered?

KP08 MVA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 March 2008.

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