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DG08 YOX

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,581 mi
Last recorded81,581 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 YOX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2022 81,581 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Spare tyre defective ()

under side corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2021 81,200 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 16 Jun 2021 81,200 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 80,160 miles

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Front floor pan corroded

Nearside Front sill corroded

Offside Front floor pan corroded

Offside Front sill corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 12 Jun 2019 78,040 miles

Offside Front MOISTURE WITHIN HEADLIGHT UNIT

SLIGHT MOVEMENT WITHIN BOTH REAR AXLE BUSHES

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 12 Jun 2019 78,040 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front MOISTURE WITHIN HEADLIGHT UNIT

SLIGHT MOVEMENT WITHIN BOTH REAR AXLE BUSHES

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 19 Jun 2018 67,491 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 55,917 miles

front tyres scrubbing on the inner edges

Pass 1 Jun 2016 53,483 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2015 41,733 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 34,445 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

front wipers poor

Pass 11 Jun 2013 28,821 miles

Both front wishbone bush's starting to split and perish

Pass 6 Jun 2012 21,701 miles

BOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING TO 2mm ON INNER EDGES

OSR TYRE OUTER WALL STARTING TO PERISH

Pass 6 Jun 2011 13,184 miles

offside rear tyre perishing

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 YOX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 DG08 YOX, 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 DG08 YOX registered?

DG08 YOX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 June 2008.

Is DG08 YOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 YOX shows 14 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.

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