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OW08 MZU

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

71,025 mi
Last recorded71,025 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW08 MZU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2022 71,025 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front chassis leg corroded

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

both front wiper deteriorated

long travel park brake

offside and nearside sills corroded

Fail 23 Mar 2022 71,025 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also deteriorated (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front chassis leg corroded

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

both front wiper deteriorated

long travel park brake

offside and nearside sills corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2021 64,234 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor and chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor and chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor and chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corrosion to nearside inner and outer sills

corrosion to offside inner and outer sills

Fail 22 Mar 2021 64,234 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor and chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor and chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor and chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

corrosion to nearside inner and outer sills

corrosion to offside inner and outer sills

Pass 2 Apr 2020 60,933 miles

Nearside Front chassis rail/floor has slight corrosion

Nearside Front inner wing/chassis leg has slight corrosion

Nearside sill has slight corrosion.

Offside Front chassis rail/floor has slight corrosion

Offside Front chassis rail/leg has slight corrosion

Offside sill has slight corrosion

Pass 22 May 2019 55,091 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 18 May 2018 49,106 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 45,043 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2016 39,655 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 39,655 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 May 2015 35,799 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2014 33,841 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 28,597 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 22,490 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 16,730 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 MZU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 OW08 MZU, 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

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What year was OW08 MZU registered?

OW08 MZU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 August 2008.

Is OW08 MZU safe to buy?

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