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AD08 WOY

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

83,601 mi
Last recorded83,601 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD08 WOY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2021 83,601 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

damage to offside door

rear number plate loose

Pass 22 Jul 2020 72,744 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

bonnet safety catch stiff

various areas of corrosion around vehicle.

Fail 21 Jul 2020 72,744 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed not fitted correctly and rubbing on strut. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))

bonnet safety catch stiff

various areas of corrosion around vehicle.

Pass 17 Jul 2019 62,966 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 51,610 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 51,610 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 40,392 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2017 40,392 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 39,226 miles

Tyres: sidewalls cracking/perishing

Pass 25 Aug 2015 37,733 miles

Both rear tyres: slight cracking/perishing on outer sidewalls (165/65R13)

Fail 25 Aug 2015 37,733 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Both rear tyres: slight cracking/perishing on outer sidewalls (165/65R13)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2014 36,086 miles

Both rear tyres: Outer sidewalls have slight cracking/perishing

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 34,010 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 31,822 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2011 29,366 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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AD08 WOY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 AD08 WOY, 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 AD08 WOY registered?

AD08 WOY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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