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BT08 DKY

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,991 mi
Last recorded68,991 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 DKY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 68,991 miles

Nearside Front Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2017 60,619 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2016 41,957 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 31,968 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2015 31,968 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 May 2014 27,142 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 20 May 2013 21,408 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 17,971 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 11,948 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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BT08 DKY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BT08 DKY, 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 BT08 DKY registered?

BT08 DKY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is BT08 DKY safe to buy?

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