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DG08 YLT

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

44,629 mi
Last recorded44,629 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 YLT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2022 44,629 miles

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor to sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 39,218 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished on walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge badly worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 38,795 miles

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

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

all under body has slight surface due to age of vehicle

Fail 18 Dec 2020 38,795 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

all under body has slight surface due to age of vehicle

Pass 18 Dec 2019 38,418 miles

age related corrosion in places

Pass 12 Dec 2018 38,266 miles

n/s/top strut stiff

Pass 18 Dec 2017 37,930 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 37,583 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 37,364 miles

chip in screen

Pass 15 Dec 2014 37,240 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 37,111 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

front wishbone bushes starting to delaminate n/s

Pass 5 Jan 2013 36,835 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 30,854 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 18,474 miles

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

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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DG08 YLT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DG08 YLT, 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 DG08 YLT registered?

DG08 YLT is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 May 2008.

Is DG08 YLT safe to buy?

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