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MV08 WFM

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

49,494 mi
Last recorded49,494 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 WFM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2019 49,494 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2019 49,494 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 41,055 miles

Body has slight corrosion Under body (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 21 Feb 2018 41,055 miles

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Body has slight corrosion Under body (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 15 Jun 2017 36,634 miles

Body has slight corrosion Under body (6.1.B.2)

Both rear tyres showing signs of perrishing

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 15 Jun 2017 36,634 miles

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

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

Body has slight corrosion Under body (6.1.B.2)

Both rear tyres showing signs of perrishing

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2016 36,164 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Inner Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 11 Mar 2015 35,597 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2015 35,594 miles

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

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2014 29,518 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 29,512 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 24,478 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 19,573 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 15,855 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 15,855 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front tyre worn to 3mm

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 WFM 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 60%.

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 MV08 WFM, 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 WFM registered?

MV08 WFM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 May 2008.

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