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DU08 DXY

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

58,763 mi
Last recorded58,763 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 DXY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2019 58,763 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2019 58,751 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2018 56,837 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2018 56,837 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Dec 2017 34,363 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 1 Dec 2016 49,425 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 42,296 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 34,272 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 27,268 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2012 24,440 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 23,681 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 20,694 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2011 20,694 miles

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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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DU08 DXY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DU08 DXY, 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 DU08 DXY registered?

DU08 DXY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is DU08 DXY safe to buy?

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