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AF08 YWY

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

46,611 mi
Last recorded46,611 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 YWY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2020 46,611 miles

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advise disks pads nsf wish bone ruber poor

Fail 14 Oct 2020 46,611 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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advise disks pads nsf wish bone ruber poor

Fail 13 Oct 2020 46,572 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

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

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

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

both rear axle bushes deteriorated

Pass 15 Oct 2019 41,398 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 40,816 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 38,641 miles

EXHAUST SYSTEM HEAVILY CORRODED

Fuel Pipe/s corroded FILTER AND TANK ()

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 9 Mar 2018 38,637 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Brake hose inappropriately repaired (3.6.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded INNER SILL (2.4.A.3)

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure BOTH REAR TREAD SEPARATION (4.1.D.1b)

EXHAUST SYSTEM HEAVILY CORRODED

Fuel Pipe/s corroded FILTER AND TANK ()

Headlamp aim too high BOTH (1.8)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2017 37,493 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2017 37,492 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 35,033 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 33,163 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 31,517 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 27,612 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 21,637 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 17,832 miles

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

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

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 YWY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black 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 AF08 YWY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF08 YWY registered?

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

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