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DY08 MXN

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

59,676 mi
Last recorded59,676 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 MXN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2020 59,676 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Fail 18 Feb 2020 59,676 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 47,195 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside wiper blade splitting at both ends and both smearing slightly.

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

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor slightly corroded close to front subframe attatchment points - both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bushes on both front suspension arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres worn on inner sections of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 33,679 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)

both front chassis slightly rusty

Pass 10 Mar 2017 30,547 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2017 30,547 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported and rear (7.1.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 27,766 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2016 27,722 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2015 24,513 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 20,404 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 17,653 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 14,506 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 10,844 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DY08 MXN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DY08 MXN, 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 DY08 MXN registered?

DY08 MXN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is DY08 MXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 MXN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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