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OW57 AHU

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

85,195 mi
Last recorded85,195 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW57 AHU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2018 85,195 miles

Bracket Snapped On Rear Exhaust Box.

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Sill Various Places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner SIll Various Places. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2018 85,195 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Bracket Snapped On Rear Exhaust Box.

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner Sill Various Places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner SIll Various Places. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 80,626 miles

Body Around Fuel Filler Cap Corroded.

N/S/F & O/S/F Inner Wheel Arch's Corroded.

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill & Chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill & Chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 26 Jun 2017 80,626 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken Snapped & Fallen Down Shock Nearly Touching Tyre. (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Body Around Fuel Filler Cap Corroded.

N/S/F & O/S/F Inner Wheel Arch's Corroded.

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill & Chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill & Chassis (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit On Legal Limit 1.6mm & Worn On Inner Edge. (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 75,966 miles

Baby seat fitted to rear

Both rear axle bushes perishing

Brake fluid level low to minimum

Fail 4 Jul 2016 75,966 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor holed and corroded (5.2.6)

Baby seat fitted to rear

Both rear axle bushes perishing

Brake fluid level low to minimum

Pass 11 May 2015 69,305 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2015 69,267 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at wishbone bearing (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 7 Feb 2014 58,751 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 7 Feb 2014 58,751 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 47,659 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 28 Sep 2011 33,432 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 24,258 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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OW57 AHU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OW57 AHU, 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 OW57 AHU registered?

OW57 AHU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 February 2008.

Is OW57 AHU safe to buy?

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