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RV58 ZDG

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

65,352 mi
Last recorded65,352 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 ZDG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Fail 28 Sep 2017 65,352 miles

Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (1.7.4b)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (6.3.1d)

general under body corrosion

Pass 28 Sep 2016 63,492 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Sep 2016 63,492 miles

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2016 54,086 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 8 Jan 2015 43,806 miles

both front seat backs not tilting.

Fail 8 Jan 2015 43,806 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front seat backs not tilting.

Fail 17 Jan 2014 35,967 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 35,967 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 29,631 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 20,839 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 19,360 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 19,360 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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RV58 ZDG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 RV58 ZDG, 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

How do I check the history of RV58 ZDG?

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What year was RV58 ZDG registered?

RV58 ZDG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 September 2008.

Is RV58 ZDG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 ZDG shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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