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CK08 YVL

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

85,305 mi
Last recorded85,305 miles
Recorded on3 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK08 YVL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2017 85,305 miles

Nearside Rear axle bush has slight play

Offside Rear axle bush has slight play

Fail 2 May 2017 85,305 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear axle bush has slight play

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge (on legal limit)

Offside Rear axle bush has slight play

Pass 26 Apr 2016 78,150 miles

front tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 23 Apr 2015 71,046 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 63,502 miles

both front tyres worn on inside edges recomend replacing tyres and adjust tracking

front brake discs worn and pads low

Fail 17 Apr 2014 63,502 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres worn on inside edges recomend replacing tyres and adjust tracking

front brake discs worn and pads low

Pass 18 Apr 2013 56,515 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 49,042 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 41,257 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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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CK08 YVL 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 77.8%.

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 CK08 YVL, 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 CK08 YVL registered?

CK08 YVL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 2 May 2008.

Is CK08 YVL safe to buy?

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