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DY08 YCW

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,455 mi
Last recorded67,455 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2018 67,455 miles

Offside Front mirror cracked

slight engine oil leak

underside rusty

Pass 2 Oct 2017 61,370 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Oct 2017 61,369 miles

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 15 Sep 2016 52,468 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 43,092 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 32,353 miles

Fuel filter corroded

Pass 3 Oct 2013 23,952 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 18,907 miles

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

Fail 4 Oct 2012 18,907 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2011 11,023 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 YCW is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 YCW, 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

How do I check the history of DY08 YCW?

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What year was DY08 YCW registered?

DY08 YCW is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 20 March 2008.

Is DY08 YCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY08 YCW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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