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AB08 BBL

2008 Ford Ka

Purple Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

59,223 mi
Last recorded59,223 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 BBL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2020 59,223 miles

Nearside Front brake very slightly in front

Pass 27 Aug 2019 54,590 miles

both front lower suspension arm mounts worn

both front tyres low

Pass 31 Aug 2018 51,645 miles

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

Fail 31 Aug 2018 51,645 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 48,971 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 42,269 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 39,545 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 30,133 miles

Both front tyre tread wearing low 2mm left on (165/60 HR 14)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 22,862 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 22,862 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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AB08 BBL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Purple with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AB08 BBL, 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 AB08 BBL registered?

AB08 BBL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 7 July 2008.

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