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MV08 ZTF

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,832 mi
Last recorded47,832 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV08 ZTF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2018 47,832 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 43,476 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 27 Mar 2017 43,476 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 38,246 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 38,244 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2015 33,585 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 29,385 miles

both rear tyres cracking on outer side walls,

Fail 28 Mar 2013 24,985 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2013 24,985 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 20,828 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 20,828 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 16,493 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 ZTF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 MV08 ZTF, 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 ZTF registered?

MV08 ZTF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is MV08 ZTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV08 ZTF shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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