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OV58 VZJ

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,788 mi
Last recorded34,788 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV58 VZJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2016 34,788 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt lower arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear tyre perished

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

rear silencer deteriorated

Fail 2 Dec 2016 34,788 miles

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

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

Offside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt lower arm (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear tyre perished

Side repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 10 Oct 2015 29,749 miles

exhaust back box corroded and slight blow

o/s/r indicator pale

Pass 12 Sep 2014 28,119 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2013 22,647 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 15,798 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2011 6,491 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 VZJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 VZJ, 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 VZJ registered?

OV58 VZJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 December 2008.

Is OV58 VZJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV58 VZJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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