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BN08 JYR

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

22,097 mi
Last recorded22,097 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 JYR
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 22,097 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside and offside front floor chassis corroded

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Apr 2019 22,095 miles

Nearside Front Upper Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 20,895 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Apr 2018 20,888 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded n/s/r inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded o/s/r inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 19,868 miles

spare wheel/tyre PERISHED NO GOOD HAS SPARE

Pass 23 Mar 2016 18,918 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 18,665 miles

front and rear tyres perished and cracked on outer walls

Fail 18 Mar 2015 18,665 miles

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

front and rear tyres perished and cracked on outer walls

Pass 25 Mar 2014 17,789 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 16,293 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 14,287 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 12,236 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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BN08 JYR is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red 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 BN08 JYR, 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 BN08 JYR registered?

BN08 JYR is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is BN08 JYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 JYR shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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