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EO08 YGJ

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

48,767 mi
Last recorded48,767 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO08 YGJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2020 48,767 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2020 48,767 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 45,837 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 43,356 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 43,356 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2017 40,214 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2017 40,187 miles

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

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

Offside Rear tyre has cracks in the tread and outer wall

Pass 22 Mar 2016 37,389 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 33,487 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 20 Mar 2014 29,289 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 29,289 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 24,751 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 19 Mar 2013 24,744 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 18,857 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2011 12,498 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2011 12,498 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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EO08 YGJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 EO08 YGJ, 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 EO08 YGJ registered?

EO08 YGJ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is EO08 YGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO08 YGJ shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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