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DU58 PCO

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2019
Tests16 (9 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate56.3%

Mileage

79,118 mi
Last recorded79,118 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU58 PCO
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2018 79,118 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2017 69,200 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2017 69,200 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 6 Nov 2017 69,099 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 62,085 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2016 62,077 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended arm (2.4.F.3)

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

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended arm (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 53,420 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 53,420 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect doesnt work (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 43,855 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 43,855 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 2 Dec 2013 34,097 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 34,097 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2013 34,074 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2012 29,671 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Oct 2011 18,608 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 18,608 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 PCO is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 56.3%.

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 PCO, 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 DU58 PCO registered?

DU58 PCO is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 October 2008.

Is DU58 PCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU58 PCO shows 16 tests with a 56.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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