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OE57 OGV

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

48,278 mi
Last recorded48,278 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2014
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE57 OGV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2014 48,278 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 45,143 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2013 45,143 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 22 Dec 2012 41,666 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2012 41,666 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 19 Dec 2011 37,069 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 37,069 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 32,795 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2010 32,795 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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OE57 OGV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 OE57 OGV, 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 OE57 OGV registered?

OE57 OGV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 January 2008.

Is OE57 OGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE57 OGV shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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