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RV58 ZRX

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,157 mi
Last recorded93,157 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 ZRX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2022 93,157 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2022 93,156 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 86,975 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top mount bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 86,975 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn top mount bush has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 82,684 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Sep 2020 82,684 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 75,310 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both front wish bone bushes starting to crack & perish

Fail 3 Sep 2019 75,290 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seat to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both front wish bone bushes starting to crack & perish

Pass 29 Aug 2018 71,022 miles

both front wish bone rear bushes starting to spilt & perish

Fail 28 Aug 2018 71,022 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

both front wish bone rear bushes starting to spilt & perish

Pass 18 Sep 2017 67,620 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2016 63,532 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 61,455 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 57,802 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 42,700 miles

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

Nearside rear tyre perishing

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

Offside rear tyre perishing

Fail 3 Sep 2013 42,700 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Nearside rear tyre perishing

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear tyre perishing

Pass 30 Aug 2012 33,721 miles

Both rear tyres side walls perrished

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Aug 2011 24,067 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)

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 ZRX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 ZRX, 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 RV58 ZRX registered?

RV58 ZRX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 September 2008.

Is RV58 ZRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 ZRX shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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