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MF58 UVK

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

54,581 mi
Last recorded54,581 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF58 UVK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2019 54,581 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 54,581 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 52,792 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 52,792 miles

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached snapped (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2017 49,051 miles

slight corrosion by o/s b post sill area

Fail 20 Jul 2017 49,051 miles

Nearside Front Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor corroded by mounting for front subframe (2.4.A.3)

slight corrosion by o/s b post sill area

Pass 13 Jul 2016 45,446 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 24 Jul 2015 41,076 miles

advise offside front tyre for wear and condition

Pass 17 Sep 2014 36,526 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2014 36,526 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 30,944 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 30,944 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Sep 2012 24,747 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2012 24,746 miles

Nearside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 18,322 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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MF58 UVK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 MF58 UVK, 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 MF58 UVK registered?

MF58 UVK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is MF58 UVK safe to buy?

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