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OV08 UWG

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

55,295 mi
Last recorded55,295 miles
Recorded on13 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 UWG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2021 55,295 miles

Nearside Rear tyre inner edge cut

Fail 13 May 2021 55,295 miles

Nearside Rear tyre inner edge cut

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

Pass 29 Feb 2020 50,285 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Mar 2019 44,525 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 41,842 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 35,543 miles

Front exhaust flange corroded

Fail 9 Mar 2017 35,543 miles

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

Front exhaust flange corroded

Pass 5 May 2016 34,036 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2015 32,135 miles

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

Fail 15 May 2015 32,131 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 May 2014 28,592 miles

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

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

Fail 12 May 2014 28,592 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 May 2013 24,594 miles

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

oil leaks from engine

slight movement in nearside front top strut mount

Fail 13 May 2013 24,594 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

oil leaks from engine

slight movement in nearside front top strut mount

Pass 15 May 2012 20,510 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 16,151 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 UWG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 UWG, 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 UWG registered?

OV08 UWG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is OV08 UWG safe to buy?

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