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OV08 XZS

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,217 mi
Last recorded20,217 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 20,217 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL PIPES (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

UNDER SIDE UNDER SEALED

Pass 24 Jan 2025 19,378 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear metal pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Jan 2025 19,360 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seat mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting has an unsafe modification top mount worn (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill with 30cm of seat belt mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 18,524 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 18,196 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 14,869 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2021 14,865 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 14,589 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Nov 2020 14,589 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Both on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 May 2019 14,027 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 21 May 2018 13,492 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both inside surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2017 12,497 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2016 11,471 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 9,471 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2014 7,668 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2013 6,954 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 6,175 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 4,560 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 XZS is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XZS, 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 OV08 XZS registered?

OV08 XZS is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is OV08 XZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 XZS shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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