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MV08 ZZT

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2019
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,833 mi
Last recorded62,833 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 4 Oct 2019 62,833 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Both sides, excessively deteriorated. ( no beam image ) (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both sides. The nearside front wiper arm may need adjustment because wiper is stopping on lower plastic trim. (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing Track rod end split pin. (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting The inner part of sill behind axle mounting. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Bumper insecure Bumper corner which goes along the wing. The wing is damaged, bent inside ( not fully visible due tape in place ) and inner wheel arch is slightly insecure as well. (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting The inner part of sill behind axle mounting and outer part of sill. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement On both sides, the front control arms inner rear bushes are getting deteriorated. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted Is not adequately supported which can cause premature damage. (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Under body on front passenger side zone there is a body reinforcement superficially corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Superficially corroded on outer part of chassis leg which is not fully visible due covers. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive From gear box. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wing excessively corroded on lower part near sill.

Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off Front and rear. ( play on screws ) (0.1 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 55,271 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2018 55,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 47,582 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 44,129 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 May 2013 42,102 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 37,841 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 29,938 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 ZZT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 ZZT, 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 ZZT registered?

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

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