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MW08 DVO

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

44,023 mi
Last recorded44,023 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW08 DVO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2023 44,023 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill to floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material before flexy (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2022 40,449 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 37,252 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 37,235 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 36,601 miles

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

advise corrosion under vehicle no holes time of test

Pass 17 Jun 2019 35,103 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 33,155 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 31,104 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 28,586 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 25,812 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 23,493 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 21,143 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 18,168 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 14,478 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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MW08 DVO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MW08 DVO, 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 MW08 DVO registered?

MW08 DVO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is MW08 DVO safe to buy?

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