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AP08 CZY

2008 Ford Ka

Bronze Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

49,490 mi
Last recorded49,490 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 CZY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 14 Aug 2019 49,490 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 46,891 miles

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 43,131 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 39,135 miles

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (2.4.G.2)

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

both front tyres worn on edges

both rear tyres perished

Pass 11 Aug 2015 34,886 miles

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

front brake discs corroding on inner faces

offside rear tyre starting to perish

Fail 11 Aug 2015 34,886 miles

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

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

front brake discs corroding on inner faces

offside rear tyre starting to perish

Pass 18 Aug 2014 30,881 miles

power steering pipes showing signs of corrosion

Fail 19 Aug 2013 27,457 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Aug 2013 27,457 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 23,362 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 20,211 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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AP08 CZY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Bronze with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 AP08 CZY, 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 AP08 CZY registered?

AP08 CZY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AP08 CZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 CZY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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