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BF08 YCL

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

93,805 mi
Last recorded93,805 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 YCL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 May 2026 93,805 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting front and rear side sills holed both n/s and o/s inner and outer (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 86,026 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both n/s and o/s front to rear side sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 10 Mar 2024 81,346 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2023 69,752 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 63,192 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 63,114 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 61,311 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2018 58,403 miles

corrosion on quater panel near fuel flap

Pass 12 Apr 2017 54,989 miles

Offside Front lower arm bush started to pull out

Pass 14 Apr 2016 53,250 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 47,068 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2014 40,589 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 40,589 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 34,452 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 34,452 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 27,559 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 21,062 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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BF08 YCL 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 82.4%.

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 BF08 YCL, 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 BF08 YCL registered?

BF08 YCL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is BF08 YCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 YCL shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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