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DU58 APZ

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

48,644 mi
Last recorded48,644 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU58 APZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2019 48,644 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive above turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.28mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill/floorpan (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened turret (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive 2 places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive above turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2019 48,644 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive above turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.28mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill/floorpan (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened turret (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive 2 places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive above turret (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 42,940 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2018 42,937 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2017 36,672 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Fail 16 Aug 2017 36,672 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 26 Aug 2016 32,141 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 32,141 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2015 27,612 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 27,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 23,454 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 19,795 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 5 Sep 2012 16,202 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 12,795 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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DU58 APZ 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 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DU58 APZ, 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 DU58 APZ registered?

DU58 APZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is DU58 APZ safe to buy?

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