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OV08 CXR

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

47,094 mi
Last recorded47,094 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 CXR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 47,094 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 40,466 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

car body slightly corroded no sharp edges

Fail 24 May 2018 40,466 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

car body slightly corroded no sharp edges

Pass 30 May 2017 34,072 miles

Nearside Front wheel has slight buckle

Offside Front tyre ha slight uneven wear

Fail 30 May 2017 34,072 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel has slight buckle

Offside Front tyre ha slight uneven wear

Pass 19 May 2016 27,997 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 25,917 miles

coolant level very low

suspect front pads wearing thin advice full brake check

Pass 26 Mar 2014 22,822 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Mar 2014 22,785 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Mar 2013 19,375 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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offside front tyre on 2mm and worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Mar 2012 15,830 miles

both front tyres worn on edge recomend tracking

nearside rear wheel damaged on inside

Fail 19 Mar 2012 15,830 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres worn on edge recomend tracking

nearside rear wheel damaged on inside

Fail 25 Mar 2011 12,688 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 12,688 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 CXR is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 OV08 CXR, 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 CXR registered?

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

Is OV08 CXR safe to buy?

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