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MM57 BWD

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

43,147 mi
Last recorded43,147 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM57 BWD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2019 43,147 miles

Exhaust system insecure [flexi temp repair]

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear wing by fuel filler cap ex corroded

oil leak on gearbox reverse light switch

Fail 14 Dec 2019 43,147 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor section (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear wing by fuel filler cap ex corroded

oil leak on gearbox reverse light switch

Pass 21 Dec 2018 42,016 miles

Nearside Rear quater panel corroded around fuel filler cap

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both inner sills corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2017 39,520 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and slightly deteriated (7.1.2)

front suspension mountings rusty

rear inner sills under car rusty

Pass 6 Sep 2016 35,635 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2016 35,635 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 31,967 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 31,967 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 27,942 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 27,834 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) excessively corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2013 23,509 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2013 20,225 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

both front brake discs slightly worn

exhaust front pipe deteriated

Pass 24 Jan 2012 15,608 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 11,908 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

front brake discs badly worn and lipped

Fail 25 Jan 2011 11,908 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

front brake discs badly worn and lipped

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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MM57 BWD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MM57 BWD, 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 MM57 BWD registered?

MM57 BWD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 February 2008.

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