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AY08 KTV

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

32,245 mi
Last recorded32,245 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 KTV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 32,245 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front arch liner damaged/missing

Fail 23 Jan 2026 32,245 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front arch liner damaged/missing

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 29,353 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier Fabric strap broken. (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front floor pan corroded.

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front arch liner damaged/missing

Offside Front floor pan corroded.

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chips in windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))

gear selector boot gearbox side weeping oil.

Pass 24 Jul 2023 24,902 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 23,642 miles

Front floors corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2021 22,773 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 21,860 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 21,849 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 165/60/15 75h ifinity (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Jul 2019 21,164 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 20,350 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 19,662 miles

Front tyres wearing close to legal limit and deteriorated 165/60/14 75h continental

Pass 9 Aug 2016 18,950 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 195/60/14/75h continental (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 18,242 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 17,478 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 16,856 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 16,164 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 15,492 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 15,492 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 May 2011 12,989 miles

front number plate slightly damaged

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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AY08 KTV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 AY08 KTV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AY08 KTV registered?

AY08 KTV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 May 2008.

Is AY08 KTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 KTV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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