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MV58 VTD

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

82,722 mi
Last recorded82,722 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV58 VTD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Sep 2024 82,722 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outter sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chasis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chasis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outter sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Oct 2023 72,099 miles

exhaust and mountings corroded-inner wheel arches corroded-

wishbone bushes perished-both front top shocker mountings slight lift-n s f balljoint slight play-inner and outer sills corroded-brake flexi hoses corroded-

Pass 30 May 2022 53,193 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 51,562 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security n/s sill and o/s sill . General underbody corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 49,906 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 49,906 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 46,123 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 46,123 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 43,996 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Jul 2018 43,892 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 41,261 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 35,530 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 30,064 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 24,338 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 19,678 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 16,735 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 13,063 miles

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

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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MV58 VTD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 MV58 VTD, 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 MV58 VTD registered?

MV58 VTD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is MV58 VTD safe to buy?

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