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DU08 DYT

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

63,167 mi
Last recorded63,167 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 DYT
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2017 63,167 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Tyre inner edge worn smooth

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear Axle bush's (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear tyres (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Dec 2017 63,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Tyre inner edge worn smooth

Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear Axle bush's (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both rear tyres (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Dec 2016 43,961 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 12 Dec 2016 43,101 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Dec 2015 28,646 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Nearside Rear tyre walls cracking

Offside Rear tyre perished and cracking and has a nail in tread

Fail 14 Dec 2015 28,646 miles

Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot (3.3.A.1d)

Nearside Rear tyre walls cracking

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear tyre perished and cracking and has a nail in tread

Pass 12 Dec 2014 21,478 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 19,086 miles

front tyres low

Pass 18 Dec 2012 14,126 miles

Slight side to side motion in the brake pedal

Pass 17 Dec 2011 11,691 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 9,264 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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DU08 DYT is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DU08 DYT, 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 DU08 DYT registered?

DU08 DYT is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 7 March 2008.

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The MOT history for DU08 DYT shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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