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MW57 FLB

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

42,011 mi
Last recorded42,011 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW57 FLB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2016 42,011 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 33,024 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 23,970 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 23,846 miles

n/s/f wing and n/s/r quarter panel damaged

o/s/f tyre worn bald on inner shoulder

Fail 6 Feb 2014 23,846 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

n/s/f wing and n/s/r quarter panel damaged

o/s/f tyre worn bald on inner shoulder

Fail 28 Jan 2014 23,845 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

n/s/f wing and n/s/r quarter panel damaged

o/s/f tyre worn bald on inner shoulder

Pass 15 Jan 2013 16,845 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 26 Jan 2012 11,723 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2012 11,723 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2011 6,658 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 6,658 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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MW57 FLB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 MW57 FLB, 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 MW57 FLB registered?

MW57 FLB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is MW57 FLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW57 FLB shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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