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OE57 OHP

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

86,725 mi
Last recorded86,725 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE57 OHP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2017 86,725 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Jan 2017 86,725 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 73,008 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2016 73,008 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2015 60,133 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both rear tyres inner edges wear rear axle bushes slight play

Pass 28 Jan 2014 51,610 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 51,610 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

advise osr tyre perrised

Pass 5 Feb 2013 45,375 miles

ADVISE osf bumper loose

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2012 38,630 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 38,630 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2011 30,864 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2011 30,864 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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 OHP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 OHP, 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 OHP registered?

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

Is OE57 OHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE57 OHP shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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