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OV57 UUM

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2023
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

59,172 mi
Last recorded59,172 miles
Recorded on30 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV57 UUM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 May 2022 59,172 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 59,172 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2021 55,196 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 55,195 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2020 52,663 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2020 52,663 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2019 49,220 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 45,622 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 43,387 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 43,387 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Jan 2017 42,395 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 39,189 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2016 39,189 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 13 Jan 2015 36,871 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2015 36,871 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 34,348 miles

rear shocks feel slightly soft

Fail 19 Dec 2013 34,348 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

o/s/r tyre slight perishing

rear shocks feel slightly soft

Pass 17 Dec 2012 31,760 miles

front brakes only just met the front brake imbalance requirements.it would appear that brakeing system requires adjustment or repair.

Fail 17 Dec 2012 31,760 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 29,571 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 27,053 miles

Front brake discs surface corroded.

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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OV57 UUM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 OV57 UUM, 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 OV57 UUM registered?

OV57 UUM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 January 2008.

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