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OV08 ZRT

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,257 mi
Last recorded53,257 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 ZRT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2016 53,257 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2015 48,168 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 42,875 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 42,875 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2013 38,195 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 38,195 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 33,922 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 29,222 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

osr wheel buckled on inner edge

Fail 15 Mar 2011 29,222 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pipe fouled by moving parts (3.6.B.2a)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

osr wheel buckled on inner edge

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 ZRT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ZRT, 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 ZRT registered?

OV08 ZRT is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 June 2008.

Is OV08 ZRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 ZRT shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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