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L2 BWW

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,264 mi
Last recorded30,264 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL2 BWW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2019 30,264 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2019 30,263 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 23,833 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2018 23,833 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 18,664 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output has slight moisture on inside of lens (1.7.5a)

brake pipes covered in grease

Pass 28 Jun 2016 12,192 miles

fuel filter is rusty

some brake pipes covered by grease

Fail 27 Jun 2016 12,192 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

fuel filter is rusty

some brake pipes covered by grease

Pass 23 Jun 2015 8,078 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 5,604 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 4,323 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 4,319 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 3,875 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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L2 BWW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L2 BWW, 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 L2 BWW registered?

L2 BWW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 7 October 2008.

Is L2 BWW safe to buy?

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