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BJ58 YRA

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,001 mi
Last recorded67,001 miles
Recorded on30 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ58 YRA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2020 67,001 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 63,658 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2018 63,658 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2017 60,065 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2017 60,065 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2016 52,115 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed rubber worn (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Upper suspension mount slight play in top

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed rubber worn (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 40,337 miles

Nearside Rear silght roughness in wheel bearing

front brake pads low

nail in o/s/r tyre (not repairable)

slight lip and wear both front brake discs

Fail 17 Sep 2015 39,951 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords due to outer side wall cracking (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear silght roughness in wheel bearing

front brake pads low

nail in o/s/r tyre (not repairable)

slight lip and wear both front brake discs

Pass 16 Sep 2014 31,666 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 26,200 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

nearside rear wheel bearing noisey when rotated

Pass 21 Sep 2012 12,073 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 5,884 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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BJ58 YRA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BJ58 YRA, 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 BJ58 YRA registered?

BJ58 YRA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 October 2008.

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