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DY08 OLK

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

84,276 mi
Last recorded84,276 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 OLK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2021 84,276 miles

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

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Aug 2021 84,276 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 77,731 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

off side wiper blade split

Pass 15 Aug 2019 73,681 miles

off side front outer sill starting to corrode

Fail 9 Aug 2019 73,386 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb in wrong (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb in wrong (4.1.2 (c))

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

off side front outer sill starting to corrode

Pass 14 Aug 2018 50,776 miles

CORROSION MISC-F+R SUSPENSION AREA-SILLS-FLOOR-CHASSIS ETC.

LONG TRAVEL BRAKE PEDAL.

MINOR PLAY F SUSPENSION ARMS.

Fail 6 Aug 2018 50,131 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

CORROSION MISC-F+R SUSPENSION AREA-SILLS-FLOOR-CHASSIS ETC.

LONG TRAVEL BRAKE PEDAL.

MINOR PLAY F SUSPENSION ARMS.

Pass 31 Jul 2017 44,791 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre deteriorated (cracking)

Offside Front Tyre deteriorated (cracking)

Offside Rear Tyre deteriorated (cracking)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 40,341 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin aprox 3000 miles left (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 36,714 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 32,032 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 26,176 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 20,798 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 14,853 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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DY08 OLK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 OLK, 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 OLK registered?

DY08 OLK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 August 2008.

Is DY08 OLK safe to buy?

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