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MV58 XEM

2008 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

72,800 mi
Last recorded72,800 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV58 XEM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 72,800 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 72,800 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken And offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 68,683 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 65,789 miles

Both rear tyres cracking outer edges

Offside front tyre worn

Pass 4 Jul 2016 62,419 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 57,067 miles

Centre Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 51,543 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 48,553 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 35,276 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 26,096 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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MV58 XEM is a 2008 Ford Ka in White with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XEM, 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 XEM registered?

MV58 XEM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is MV58 XEM safe to buy?

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