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AP08 PYB

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

80,905 mi
Last recorded80,905 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 PYB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Jan 2022 80,905 miles

Nearside Floor excessively deteriorated MID INNER SILL (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Floor excessively deteriorated REAR END PLATE MID (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Floor excessively deteriorated MID SILL/FLOOR (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin APPEAR (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

PLAY IN NSF TOP SHOCK MOUNT

Pass 3 Feb 2021 74,596 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2021 74,596 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Feb 2020 68,881 miles

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

Fail 30 Jan 2020 68,881 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 63,809 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2019 63,809 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced water in light (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 59,495 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2017 54,228 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 51,819 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 47,698 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 47,615 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2014 40,068 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 38,518 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 33,551 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 27,528 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 20,821 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 PYB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 AP08 PYB, 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 PYB registered?

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

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