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DY58 VRZ

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,186 mi
Last recorded61,186 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY58 VRZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 26 Sep 2019 61,186 miles

Offside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill marked with yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch marked with yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both rear trailing arm bushes slightly deteriorated

front brake discs lipped on inner face

Pass 27 Sep 2018 56,964 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 56,964 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both fronts (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 53,968 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 19 Sep 2017 53,968 miles

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill marked with yellow chalk (5.2.6)

Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 50,764 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 47,753 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 45,513 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 42,766 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2013 42,766 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Oct 2012 33,552 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 21,865 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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 VRZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VRZ, 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 DY58 VRZ registered?

DY58 VRZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 October 2008.

Is DY58 VRZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY58 VRZ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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