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MT57 DWE

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

73,168 mi
Last recorded73,168 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT57 DWE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2021 73,168 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective nearside and offside (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

corrosion to centre and rear exhaust

wear to inner edge of offside front tyre

Pass 3 Jan 2020 72,301 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 71,117 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2019 71,117 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 69,649 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 62,199 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both front tyres starting to crack in tread

Pass 23 Dec 2015 52,622 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 54,128 miles

o/s/f suspension arm rear bush parted

Pass 11 Dec 2013 51,647 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 49,025 miles

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

Fail 19 Dec 2012 49,025 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2011 46,791 miles
Fail 26 Dec 2011 46,791 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 36,802 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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MT57 DWE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 MT57 DWE, 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 MT57 DWE registered?

MT57 DWE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

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The MOT history for MT57 DWE shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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