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OV58 TCJ

2008 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

80,749 mi
Last recorded80,749 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV58 TCJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 80,749 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 63,411 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 50,924 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear exhaust rusty. ok for mot.

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 42,054 miles

exhaust tailbox corroded

Fail 24 Feb 2016 42,054 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

exhaust tailbox corroded

Pass 25 Aug 2015 39,208 miles

Both front tyres have 2.5mm of tread in centres but near limit of wear on inner and outer edges

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit @2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Silencer heavily corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2014 35,380 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 31,235 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2012 26,058 miles

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 15 Oct 2011 20,627 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 TCJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 TCJ, 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 TCJ registered?

OV58 TCJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is OV58 TCJ safe to buy?

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