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BD08 RYW

2008 Ford Ka

White Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

27,726 mi
Last recorded27,726 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 RYW
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2019 27,726 miles

Coolant leak from heater valve ()

Fail 9 Jul 2019 27,726 miles

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

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

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

Coolant leak from heater valve ()

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

Pass 9 Jul 2018 20,087 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear light unit damaged

Pass 12 Jul 2017 16,328 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 15,606 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 14,681 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 13,306 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 11,130 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Jun 2012 8,583 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 6,143 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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BD08 RYW is a 2008 Ford Ka in White with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BD08 RYW, 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 BD08 RYW registered?

BD08 RYW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 10 July 2008.

Is BD08 RYW safe to buy?

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