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OV58 CZR

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

36,121 mi
Last recorded36,121 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV58 CZR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Fail 16 Mar 2026 36,121 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill-sub frame mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected inner sill - sub frame mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top shock absorber mounting when in a raised position (5.3.2 (c))

general corrosion to front and rear chassis - steering and suspension components

Pass 10 Mar 2025 33,952 miles

Rear Slight movement/play in both rear axle bushes.

Underbody of vehicle has general surface corrosion in various areas (chassis, sills, fuel tank etc. )

Pass 4 Mar 2024 32,453 miles

Nearside Front Upper Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top shockabsorber bush when in a raised position

Offside Front Upper Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top shockabsorber bush when in a raised position

Rear Rear signs of play/wear to both rear main axle outer bushes

general corrosion to all under side components/chassis

Pass 9 Mar 2023 30,299 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top shockabsorber bush when in a raised position (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top shockabsorber bush when in a raised position (5.3.2 (c))

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

Rear signs of play/wear to both rear main axle outer bushes

general corrosion to all under side components/chassis

Fail 6 Mar 2023 30,298 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top shockabsorber bush when in a raised position (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top shockabsorber bush when in a raised position (5.3.2 (c))

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

Rear signs of play/wear to both rear main axle outer bushes

general corrosion to all under side components/chassis

Pass 22 Mar 2022 29,260 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top shockabsorber bush when in a raised position (5.3.2 (c))

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

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

general corrosion to under side of car and chassis sections

Fail 15 Mar 2022 29,168 miles

Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both lower front and both lower rear chassis corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire exhaust shield insecure (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Power steering pipe/hose corroded such that the steering is adversely affected buy the engine component (2.1.5 (g) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mounting (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front top mounting slight play

Pass 22 Mar 2021 28,364 miles

Lower under body of vehicle very corroded

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Mar 2020 26,678 miles

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH CHASSIS RAILS IN FRONT WHEEL ARCHES (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH REAR INNER SILLS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT TYRES PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 26 Mar 2020 26,678 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH CHASSIS RAILS IN FRONT WHEEL ARCHES (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH REAR INNER SILLS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH FRONT TYRES PERISHED (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Mar 2019 25,262 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch - behind plastic liner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall perished and worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rail (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Spare tyre defective split open - exposing cord ()

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

wiper blades deteriorating

Pass 16 Mar 2018 22,974 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 22,974 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2017 22,458 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 21,688 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 21,452 miles

both rear tyres are cracking to the inner and outer side walls

some wear to the n/s/f bottom arm rear but but not resulting in excessive play

Fail 23 Mar 2015 21,452 miles

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

both rear tyres are cracking to the inner and outer side walls

some wear to the n/s/f bottom arm rear but but not resulting in excessive play

the n/s wiper blade does clear the screen but could be better

Pass 10 Mar 2014 20,360 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 18,540 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 16,470 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2011 14,258 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 14,258 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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OV58 CZR is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 OV58 CZR, 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 OV58 CZR registered?

OV58 CZR is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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