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AF08 YXV

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,309 mi
Last recorded69,309 miles
Recorded on22 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 YXV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2018 69,309 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 69,309 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2017 62,727 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edge of tread

Fail 10 Apr 2017 62,727 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on edge of tread

Pass 9 Mar 2016 560,580 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 50,403 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 45,396 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 45,396 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 38,754 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 30,468 miles

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 21,863 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2011 21,863 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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 YXV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YXV, 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 YXV registered?

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

Is AF08 YXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF08 YXV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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