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OU58 WFT

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2022
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

58,515 mi
Last recorded58,515 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU58 WFT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2021 58,515 miles

Head lights frosted

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension corroded

underside corroded in various places

Fail 10 Nov 2021 58,482 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant below min

Head lights frosted

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension corroded

underside corroded in various places

Pass 20 Nov 2020 57,124 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

some rust around fuel filler.

Pass 8 Oct 2019 56,568 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 52,757 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2018 52,757 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 46,904 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 46,904 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 43,366 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

nearside front tyre worn bald outer edge

offside front tyre worn bald inner edge

Pass 24 Jul 2015 38,336 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

coolant level below "MIN"

front wipers smeary/juddery.

Pass 8 Aug 2014 33,610 miles

front wipers juddery.

low coolant level - no obvious leaks visible.

Fail 8 Aug 2014 33,610 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front wipers juddery.

low coolant level - no obvious leaks visible.

Pass 27 Aug 2013 28,092 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 28,081 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2012 20,882 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2012 20,882 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 1 Sep 2011 18,131 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 18,131 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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OU58 WFT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 OU58 WFT, 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 OU58 WFT registered?

OU58 WFT is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 September 2008.

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