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M55 OCO

2008 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

60,674 mi
Last recorded60,674 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM55 OCO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2020 60,674 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2020 60,674 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

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

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 55,720 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 51,544 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 46,582 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 40,864 miles

Rear registration plate damage but still visible

Pass 11 Jun 2015 36,780 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2014 31,191 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear numberplate damaged but not likely to be misread

Pass 13 Jun 2013 26,749 miles

rear number plate cracked

Pass 21 Jun 2012 23,258 miles

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

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

rear number plate smashed

Pass 2 Jun 2011 19,727 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 2 Jun 2011 19,727 miles

Centre Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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M55 OCO is a 2008 Ford Ka in White with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M55 OCO, 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 M55 OCO registered?

M55 OCO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is M55 OCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M55 OCO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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