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DY58 WPL

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

78,785 mi
Last recorded78,785 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2019 78,785 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2019 78,785 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2018 69,946 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 61,040 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 53,317 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 49,439 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2013 42,043 miles

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2012 36,819 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 30,630 miles

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

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 WPL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WPL, 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 DY58 WPL?

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What year was DY58 WPL registered?

DY58 WPL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is DY58 WPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY58 WPL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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