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DV08 NYP

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

45,893 mi
Last recorded45,893 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 NYP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2024 45,893 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all round four (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 5 Oct 2024 45,893 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all round four (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2023 41,915 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2022 36,031 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2021 35,870 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 30,863 miles

Nearside Front Inner floor corrosion

Nearside Front Outer floor corrosion

Pass 12 Oct 2018 24,865 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 23,725 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 21,604 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2016 21,601 miles

Nearside Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 19,320 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 17,481 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Apr 2013 16,393 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 11,826 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 7,275 miles

both front brake discs corroded

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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DV08 NYP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DV08 NYP, 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 DV08 NYP registered?

DV08 NYP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 April 2008.

Is DV08 NYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 NYP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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