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DG58 UUP

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,163 mi
Last recorded45,163 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG58 UUP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Oct 2022 45,163 miles

Offside Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 27 Oct 2021 43,251 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 43,230 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2020 42,076 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 40,437 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 35,386 miles

n/s wishbone rear bush wearing

o/s wishbone rear bush wearing

Pass 22 Sep 2016 31,269 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 26,337 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

advise all four tyres cracking

Pass 5 Sep 2014 20,605 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 14,211 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 8,459 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 5,591 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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DG58 UUP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DG58 UUP, 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 DG58 UUP registered?

DG58 UUP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 September 2008.

Is DG58 UUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG58 UUP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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