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RA08 BVD

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

67,786 mi
Last recorded67,786 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2015
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 BVD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2015 67,786 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 67,786 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 58,160 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 58,160 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 47,480 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2012 37,414 miles

coolant level below min

nearside rear tyre under in flatted

Pass 2 Jul 2011 27,982 miles

both sides front tyres wearing low on edges

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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RA08 BVD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 RA08 BVD, 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 RA08 BVD registered?

RA08 BVD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 4 July 2008.

Is RA08 BVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA08 BVD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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