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DY58 OPV

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,893 mi
Last recorded38,893 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY58 OPV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2022 38,893 miles

vehicle structure repaired covered in underseal

Fail 20 Jun 2022 38,340 miles

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear section of outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Upper Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake steering and suspension components are showing some rust and deterioration

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Upper wheel arch around fuel filler cap

Offside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Chassis section (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear sub-frame mount rubber bushes showing some wear

Pass 18 Jun 2021 27,840 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2020 21,049 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2020 20,987 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength middle of the sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength middle outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive vehicle chassis and underside corroded/ alot of surface rust in areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 20,510 miles

Offside Inner sill, corroded and weak

Offside Outer sill, corroded and weak.

sill/s, chassis and other components covered in underseal making it difficult to inspect.

Pass 23 May 2018 19,261 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both inner and outer sills heavily sealed/covered making it difficult to inspect.

both sills inner and outer showing signs of corrosion.

some of the vehicle has been undersealed obscuring the inspection.

Fail 14 May 2018 19,212 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sill holed and corroded. (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

both sills inner and outer showing signs of corrosion.

some of the vehicle has been undersealed obscuring the inspection.

Pass 15 May 2017 17,576 miles
Fail 15 May 2017 17,576 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 May 2016 15,877 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 13,655 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 12,027 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 7,709 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 6,754 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 5,250 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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DY58 OPV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DY58 OPV, 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.

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What year was DY58 OPV registered?

DY58 OPV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is DY58 OPV safe to buy?

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