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ML08 DZP

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

114,277 mi
Last recorded114,277 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML08 DZP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2016 114,277 miles

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

items removed from drivers view prior to test

Fail 20 Apr 2016 114,275 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

items removed from drivers view prior to test

Pass 19 May 2015 108,136 miles

Advise nearside front wiper blade split

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 19 May 2015 108,136 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 23 May 2014 91,096 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 91,096 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2013 68,011 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 68,011 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 23 May 2012 47,386 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 24,194 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 24,194 miles

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

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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ML08 DZP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 ML08 DZP, 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 ML08 DZP registered?

ML08 DZP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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The MOT history for ML08 DZP shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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