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OV08 CSZ

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

59,555 mi
Last recorded59,555 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 CSZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 59,555 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 20 Jun 2026 59,483 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 55,179 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Jun 2025 55,179 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2024 50,371 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside & nearside outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 50,293 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner tread (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner tread (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced offside & nearside outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 40,749 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Surface Corrosion Through-out rear suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jun 2023 40,749 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Surface Corrosion Through-out rear suspension (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 39,129 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensated (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 14 Mar 2022 39,129 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensated (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2021 37,658 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 36,649 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 36,649 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 34,472 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 31,443 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 31,443 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven weak on balance test (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 29,210 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2017 29,210 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 26,558 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 24,420 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2014 21,799 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 19,735 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2013 19,735 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 26 Mar 2012 16,612 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 13,878 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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OV08 CSZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 OV08 CSZ, 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 OV08 CSZ registered?

OV08 CSZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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