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AF08 RYV

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2021
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

32,251 mi
Last recorded32,251 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 RYV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2020 32,251 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2020 32,246 miles

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

Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 27,873 miles

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

Steering rack leaking

Fail 24 Jul 2019 27,871 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Steering rack leaking

Pass 25 Apr 2018 25,666 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

Fail 13 Apr 2018 25,614 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose seriously damaged (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rears&n/s/f (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 24,663 miles

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal Rack (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid on minimum

Tyre's perished due to age

Fail 27 Mar 2017 24,663 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal Rack (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid on minimum

Tyre's perished due to age

Pass 24 Mar 2016 21,263 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2016 21,263 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Fail 18 Mar 2015 18,068 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 18,068 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 12,730 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 9,050 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 2,210 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2012 2,210 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 1,960 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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AF08 RYV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 AF08 RYV, 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 AF08 RYV registered?

AF08 RYV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 April 2008.

Is AF08 RYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 RYV shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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