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EA08 YOP

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,851 mi
Last recorded80,851 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 YOP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 80,851 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underseal evident

Pass 15 Jan 2025 80,189 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced boot floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

underside covered in underseal

Pass 13 Jan 2024 79,499 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 78,993 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2023 78,955 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength floor (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))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 78,527 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2021 77,841 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 76,583 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 75,481 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 73,957 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 73,280 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 73,280 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 71,617 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 58,695 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 25 Jan 2013 47,193 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

nearside front tyre starting to show signs of wear. 165/60/14

rear tyres perishing around tread and walls.

Pass 24 Jan 2012 37,094 miles

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

front brake discs starting to show signs of wear.

Pass 31 Jan 2011 28,214 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2011 28,214 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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EA08 YOP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EA08 YOP, 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 EA08 YOP registered?

EA08 YOP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is EA08 YOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA08 YOP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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