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AF08 YTM

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

48,121 mi
Last recorded48,121 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 YTM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2020 48,121 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2020 48,112 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 44,612 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 41,904 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 39,001 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 39,001 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2016 36,286 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 36,286 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 33,497 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 29,847 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Mar 2013 26,184 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 22,592 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2011 18,572 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 YTM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AF08 YTM, 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 YTM registered?

AF08 YTM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is AF08 YTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 YTM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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