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CV08 YXX

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

19,937 mi
Last recorded19,937 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV08 YXX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 21 Mar 2019 19,937 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

vehicle undersealed

Pass 21 Mar 2018 18,371 miles

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

Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded both (2.4.G.1)

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 21 Mar 2018 18,371 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

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

Sub-frame attachment slightly corroded both (2.4.G.1)

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 16,540 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 14,831 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 14,831 miles

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

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 12,962 miles

all tyres perished

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

Pass 24 Mar 2014 10,362 miles

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

all 4 tyres are deteriorated

Pass 25 Mar 2013 8,481 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

all tyres perished

Fail 30 Mar 2012 6,099 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

all 4 tyres are deteriorated on the sidewalls

Pass 30 Mar 2012 6,099 miles

all 4 tyres are deteriorated on the sidewalls

Pass 30 Mar 2011 4,539 miles

all tyres deteriorated on sidewalls

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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CV08 YXX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CV08 YXX, 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 CV08 YXX registered?

CV08 YXX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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