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DE08 VYA

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2017
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,070 mi
Last recorded52,070 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 VYA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2016 52,070 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2016 52,070 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 43,879 miles

Nearside rear tyre perished

Pass 8 Apr 2014 34,447 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 28,753 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 23,972 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 16,957 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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DE08 VYA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 DE08 VYA, 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 DE08 VYA registered?

DE08 VYA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is DE08 VYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 VYA shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DE08 VYA have outstanding finance?

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