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BU08 ZYE

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

7,725 mi
Last recorded7,725 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU08 ZYE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 7,725 miles

fluid leak clutch feed pipe

oil leak

Pass 10 Apr 2025 7,690 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2024 7,628 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 7,628 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2023 7,593 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 7,327 miles

Offside Front brake disc inner face slightly corroded

Offside Rear outer sill slightly corroded

Pass 7 Apr 2021 7,152 miles

Offside Front brake disc inner face slightly corroded

Offside Rear outer sill slightly corroded

Pass 4 Apr 2020 6,950 miles

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

clutch pipe from reservoir to master cylinder slight leak

Pass 9 Apr 2019 6,459 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2018 6,008 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 5,638 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 5,073 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 4,282 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 3,743 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 2,992 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 2,491 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 1,689 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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BU08 ZYE is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BU08 ZYE, 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 BU08 ZYE registered?

BU08 ZYE is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is BU08 ZYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU08 ZYE shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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