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AP08 YWC

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

77,861 mi
Last recorded77,861 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 YWC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 77,861 miles

both front tyres wearing low on edges 165/65/13 (advice change)

Pass 8 Apr 2017 70,709 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 66,328 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 60,484 miles

both rear tyres cracking in tred

Pass 16 Jun 2014 54,876 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)

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 5 Jul 2013 48,074 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 41,360 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 34,292 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 34,292 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

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 YWC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 AP08 YWC, 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 YWC registered?

AP08 YWC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 July 2008.

Is AP08 YWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP08 YWC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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