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MX08 ZVP

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

59,343 mi
Last recorded59,343 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX08 ZVP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2021 59,343 miles

Nearside Front inner sill to floor repaired possibly from inside covered in sealer and paint

Nearside inner and outer sill corroded

Offside inner and outer sill corroded

front sub frame corroded and rear chassis legs have surface corrosion

Pass 13 Nov 2020 54,795 miles

Nearside and Offside front inner sills surface corrosion

Fail 13 Nov 2020 54,795 miles

Nearside and Offside front inner sills surface corrosion

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 45,902 miles

Both front tyres inner edges

Pass 8 May 2018 38,718 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front inner faces scored braking on limited surface (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 May 2017 29,456 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 27,180 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 27,138 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2015 24,257 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 20,509 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 17,299 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 13,613 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 9,963 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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MX08 ZVP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 MX08 ZVP, 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 MX08 ZVP registered?

MX08 ZVP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is MX08 ZVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX08 ZVP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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