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MW57 OXU

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

50,964 mi
Last recorded50,964 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW57 OXU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2019 50,964 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shock absorber top mounting behind fuel filler (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 44,080 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2018 44,080 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2017 36,314 miles

Offside Front tyre tread approaching wear indicators

Fail 20 Dec 2017 36,314 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front tyre tread approaching wear indicators

Pass 16 Dec 2016 29,715 miles

rear tyres cracking

Fail 16 Dec 2016 29,715 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

rear tyres cracking

Pass 17 Dec 2015 24,233 miles

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 15 Dec 2014 20,520 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 17,734 miles

both front tyres low on edges

nearside front tyre perishing

Pass 10 Jan 2013 16,791 miles

front tyres 3mm low on edges

Pass 23 Jan 2012 13,834 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 9,917 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 OXU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 OXU, 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 OXU registered?

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

Is MW57 OXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW57 OXU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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