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MJ08 OSP

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

72,519 mi
Last recorded72,519 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ08 OSP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2020 72,519 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 68,669 miles

corrosion to chassis

front brake disc's worn

o/s/f lower arm rear bush starting to become unbonded

Fail 15 Mar 2019 68,669 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear part of inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corrosion to chassis

front brake disc's worn

o/s/f lower arm rear bush starting to become unbonded

Pass 28 Mar 2018 63,953 miles

Nearside Front slight wheel bind

Pass 25 Mar 2017 52,106 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2016 46,566 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 41,118 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 41,117 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 35,825 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

front wiper blades smearing windscreen

Fail 17 Apr 2014 35,825 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front 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)

Oil leak

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

front wiper blades smearing windscreen

Pass 23 Apr 2013 29,717 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 24,329 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 19,527 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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MJ08 OSP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MJ08 OSP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MJ08 OSP registered?

MJ08 OSP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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The MOT history for MJ08 OSP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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