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MV08 ZRR

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Feb 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

39,989 mi
Last recorded39,989 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2018 39,989 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both rear axle front large bushes worn

n/s rear inner sill corroded

o/s door mirror insecure

o/s front tyre low tread worn on edges

slight transmission oil leak

Fail 31 Jan 2018 39,960 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both rear axle front large bushes worn

n/s rear inner sill corroded

o/s door mirror insecure

o/s front tyre low tread worn on edges

slight transmission oil leak

Pass 9 Jan 2017 33,000 miles

Nearside Front tyre has cut in side wall

Fail 5 Jan 2017 32,924 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick discs lipped and grooved (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front tyre has cut in side wall

Pass 18 Dec 2015 26,136 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2014 24,813 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 16 Dec 2014 24,813 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 6 Jan 2014 22,303 miles

nearside front track rod has movment in the ball joint.

nearside front tyre is close to the legal limit and cracking due to the age of the tyre 5 years old.

offside rear tyre is cracking due to the age 5 years old.

Pass 21 Dec 2012 18,434 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 13,663 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 12,190 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 ZRR is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 ZRR, 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 MV08 ZRR registered?

MV08 ZRR is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is MV08 ZRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV08 ZRR shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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