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AV08 LYP

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

46,609 mi
Last recorded46,609 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 LYP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2023 46,609 miles

Both sides front lower suspension arm bushes deteriorating

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Rear wheel rim dented

Rear Both shock absorber bodies heavily corroded

Fail 16 Mar 2023 46,608 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn suspension mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both sides front lower suspension arm bushes deteriorating

Exhaust system corroded

Front brake discs worn & corroded

Nearside Rear wheel rim dented

Rear Both shock absorber bodies heavily corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2022 39,898 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner face/both sides of vehicle (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Rear Both shock absorber casings heavily corroded

Pass 1 Mar 2021 34,721 miles

Both sides front lower suspension arm bushes starting to deteriorate (No movement detected)

Wipers starting to smear

Pass 3 Mar 2020 31,526 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 28,212 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 23,417 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 19,512 miles

Front front tyres cracked on side wall outer

Pass 10 Mar 2016 19,378 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 18,246 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 16,154 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 14,153 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 11,754 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 9,868 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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AV08 LYP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 AV08 LYP, 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 AV08 LYP registered?

AV08 LYP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 March 2008.

Is AV08 LYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 LYP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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