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OV08 ZMZ

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

34,470 mi
Last recorded34,470 miles
Recorded on17 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 ZMZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 17 May 2024 34,470 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner door sill and inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner door sill and inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer door sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 33,476 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 33,473 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 32,454 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 31,342 miles

N/S/F Tyre worn on outer edge and cracking

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))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 May 2020 30,485 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 May 2019 28,625 miles

offside front inner wing heavily corroded

Pass 15 May 2018 26,734 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 24,938 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 23,466 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 21,433 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2015 21,433 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 19,726 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 17,582 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 16 May 2012 15,465 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 12,221 miles

both front tyres worn inner edges

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 ZMZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 ZMZ, 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 ZMZ registered?

OV08 ZMZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is OV08 ZMZ safe to buy?

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