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BT57 DYM

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

9,596 mi
Last recorded9,596 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT57 DYM
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2019 9,596 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2018 8,197 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 6,889 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 6,889 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2016 6,653 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 6,356 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 6,028 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 5,632 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 4,543 miles

front brake discs starting to corrode on inner edges advise only

Pass 26 Jan 2011 3,358 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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BT57 DYM is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 BT57 DYM, 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 BT57 DYM registered?

BT57 DYM is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 January 2008.

Is BT57 DYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT57 DYM shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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