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CN08 KYA

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

69,846 mi
Last recorded69,846 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN08 KYA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 1 Feb 2022 69,846 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner door sill panel / front floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door sill panel in centre (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door sill panel / behind sub frame mount (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength door sill panel / behind sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced quarter panel around fuel cap (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner door sill panel / front floor pan (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner door sill panel / front floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength door sill panel at front (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door sill panel / behind sub frame mount (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength door sill panel / behind sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch / behind trim (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch / behind trim (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake master cylinder close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both rear seats, nearside fitted poorly. ()

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front floor pan corroded

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Inner door sill panel corroded

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear floor pan corroded

Nearside Rear inner wheel arch / rear bumper mount corroded

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front floor pan corroded

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Inner door sill panel corroded

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear floor pan corroded

Offside Rear inner wheel arch / rear bumper mount corroded

Pass 16 Feb 2021 58,448 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front subframe fixing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front subframe fixing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2021 58,445 miles

Central Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire should be fitted in and around gear selector, evidence of one fitted originally (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front subframe fixing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front subframe fixing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2021 58,406 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Some areas could not be fully inspected due to being concealed by plastic covers (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Some areas could not be fully inspected due to be being concealed by plastic covers (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 46,931 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jan 2020 46,931 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 32,864 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

slight play in front top mounts

Pass 22 Jan 2018 18,987 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2018 18,782 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill area adjacent to sub frame mounting point (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill area adjacent to sub frame mounting point (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged / deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Jan 2017 14,414 miles

Slight surface corrosion underneath

Pass 10 Jun 2015 13,265 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2014 13,017 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 12,471 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 11,851 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 11,851 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 11,072 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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CN08 KYA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CN08 KYA, 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 CN08 KYA registered?

CN08 KYA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 November 2008.

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