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SF57 OHB

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

73,735 mi
Last recorded73,735 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF57 OHB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 73,735 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel hub spigot mounting slightly worn (5.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 64,933 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 49,965 miles

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

coolant leak

Fail 25 Jan 2024 49,965 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

coolant leak

Pass 21 Dec 2022 45,289 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2022 45,289 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2021 44,310 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 43,523 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2020 43,523 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 42,975 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 41,603 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2018 40,212 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 38,810 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 38,810 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 37,377 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2016 37,377 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 6 Jan 2015 35,389 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 35,389 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2013 33,295 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 31,545 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 28,864 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2011 28,864 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 25,262 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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SF57 OHB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 SF57 OHB, 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 SF57 OHB?

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What year was SF57 OHB registered?

SF57 OHB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 January 2008.

Is SF57 OHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SF57 OHB shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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