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OV58 FDF

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,899 mi
Last recorded52,899 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2019 52,899 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 31 Jan 2019 52,899 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 6 Feb 2018 51,068 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.2.1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2016 44,621 miles

Offside Rear light unit damaged - temporarily repaired

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

bonnet release catch broken

Fail 6 Dec 2016 44,585 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour lens broken (1.4.A.2f)

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

Nearside Front tyre badly perished and wornon inner edge

Offside Front wheel nuts wrong way rounnd

Offside Rear tyre badly perished

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

bonnet release catch broken

Pass 9 Oct 2015 35,710 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 31,586 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 27,254 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 22,423 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 17,736 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 FDF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OV58 FDF, 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

How do I check the history of OV58 FDF?

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What year was OV58 FDF registered?

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

Is OV58 FDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV58 FDF shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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