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OW08 APV

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

60,436 mi
Last recorded60,436 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW08 APV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 60,436 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Nov 2025 60,436 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 53,996 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Dec 2024 53,996 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 43,959 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 43,959 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 34,461 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 26,645 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 22,808 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 22,807 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2019 20,404 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 16,326 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 14,899 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 13,120 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 10,123 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 7,474 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 6,764 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 5,198 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 4,439 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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OW08 APV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 OW08 APV, 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 OW08 APV registered?

OW08 APV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 August 2008.

Is OW08 APV safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW08 APV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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