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MF58 VCV

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

48,760 mi
Last recorded48,760 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF58 VCV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2025 48,760 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 May 2024 35,044 miles
Fail 16 May 2024 35,044 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 25,484 miles

underside of vehicle has surface rust to prescribed areas and items

Fail 18 Mar 2023 25,469 miles

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wing area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill areas both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))

underside of vehicle has surface rust to prescribed areas and items

Pass 30 Apr 2021 25,447 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 25,446 miles

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Nov 2019 25,387 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 8 Nov 2019 25,387 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2017 24,298 miles

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

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

under vehicle corrosion

Pass 10 Oct 2016 21,577 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 19,131 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive FLOOR AREAS (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 16,080 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 13,425 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 10,980 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 8,429 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 VCV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 MF58 VCV, 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 VCV registered?

MF58 VCV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is MF58 VCV safe to buy?

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