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BP08 KYZ

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

24,920 mi
Last recorded24,920 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP08 KYZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 24,920 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 17,200 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner disc slightly worn/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner disc slightly worn/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both n/s & o/s (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 17,089 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 16,608 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 14 Aug 2023 16,608 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 16,146 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Aug 2022 16,146 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength within 30cms of suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both worse than rear but no cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 15,128 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 14,561 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 13,903 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 12,771 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 11,532 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 10,857 miles

o/s rear and n/s front wheel rims damaged.

Pass 10 Aug 2015 10,041 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 8,922 miles

O/s/f tyre perished and cracked

O/s/r tyre perished and cracked

Pass 13 Aug 2013 7,855 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 6,738 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 5,480 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 5,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BP08 KYZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BP08 KYZ, 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 BP08 KYZ registered?

BP08 KYZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 August 2008.

Is BP08 KYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP08 KYZ shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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