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AB08 BTH

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

59,023 mi
Last recorded59,023 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 BTH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2021 59,023 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2021 59,017 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 53,965 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2019 41,833 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 31,092 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 24,447 miles

Central Exhausted Corroed

Fail 15 May 2017 24,439 miles

Nearside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Central Exhausted Corroed

Pass 4 Mar 2016 20,858 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 19,951 miles

Nearside front alloy wheel has a flat spot on inside edge

Pass 11 Feb 2014 19,093 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 17,087 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 17,087 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2012 15,587 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 13,709 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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AB08 BTH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 BTH, 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 BTH registered?

AB08 BTH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is AB08 BTH safe to buy?

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