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DU58 YJS

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

82,918 mi
Last recorded82,918 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU58 YJS
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 11 Mar 2026 82,918 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 76,436 miles

light under body corrosion

oil leak

Pass 1 Mar 2024 72,667 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 70,191 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

oil leak

Pass 21 Oct 2021 66,551 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 66,473 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 66,473 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear on edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 64,237 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2019 64,219 miles

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 62,118 miles

Central heat shield losse

Pass 8 Mar 2017 60,062 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Rear tyres cracking on walls

Pass 18 Mar 2016 58,248 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top bush (2.7.4)

Fail 18 Mar 2016 58,248 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush top bush (2.7.4)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 51,790 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 30 Aug 2014 51,790 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Sep 2013 43,075 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2013 43,068 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn inner shoulder

Pass 23 Aug 2012 39,688 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner shoulder

Pass 2 Sep 2011 31,601 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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 YJS is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 YJS, 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 YJS registered?

DU58 YJS is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 September 2008.

Is DU58 YJS safe to buy?

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