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EX08 PYF

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

76,213 mi
Last recorded76,213 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 PYF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2020 76,213 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 63,218 miles

Exhaust mounting defective rear box hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2018 53,572 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit On 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 47,069 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 47,068 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Offside number plate light damaged

Pass 20 Feb 2016 41,931 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2016 41,931 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 37,628 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 37,628 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 35,799 miles

Centre and rear exhaust system is corroded.

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

Fuel filter is corroded.

Fail 15 Feb 2014 35,792 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Centre and rear exhaust system is corroded.

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

Fuel filter is corroded.

O/S/R and N/S/R tyres are cracking in tread edge area.

Pass 16 Feb 2013 32,711 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 30,742 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 27,508 miles

offside front tyre 2mm

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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EX08 PYF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EX08 PYF, 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 EX08 PYF registered?

EX08 PYF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is EX08 PYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 PYF shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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