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MV08 OFX

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,953 mi
Last recorded43,953 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 OFX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2020 43,953 miles

Offside Front wiper blade worn

offside and nearside inner sill corroded

offside inner wheel arch corroded

Pass 5 Aug 2019 43,147 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2019 43,147 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2018 40,746 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 38,375 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 34,398 miles

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

Fail 26 Oct 2016 34,398 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2015 26,731 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 26,265 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 23,641 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 21,788 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 18,965 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 17,375 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2012 17,375 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Feb 2011 14,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 14,133 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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MV08 OFX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver 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 MV08 OFX, 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 MV08 OFX registered?

MV08 OFX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is MV08 OFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV08 OFX shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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