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DY08 USW

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

68,950 mi
Last recorded68,950 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 68,950 miles

Both inner and outer sills corroded.

Floorpan corroded.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2022 68,894 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Both inner and outer sills corroded.

Floorpan corroded.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 65,685 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2021 65,643 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2020 59,828 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 51,077 miles
Fail 20 May 2019 51,077 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2018 44,593 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 38,664 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 31,628 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside rear area of inner sill corroding

Pass 22 May 2015 23,580 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 22,609 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 21,071 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 19,011 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 15,739 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 USW 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 80%.

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 USW, 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 USW registered?

DY08 USW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 15 April 2008.

Is DY08 USW safe to buy?

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