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FD57 YXY

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,024 mi
Last recorded80,024 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD57 YXY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 80,024 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 75,188 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced N/S AN OFF SIDE REAR TRAILING BUSHES STARTING TO PERISH (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2019 75,188 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced N/S AN OFF SIDE REAR TRAILING BUSHES STARTING TO PERISH (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2018 69,307 miles

Coolant leak

Offside Front Condensation in headlamp but not affecting the beam pattern

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

Fail 9 Mar 2018 69,307 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

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

Coolant leak ()

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 4 Feb 2017 64,164 miles

Rear exhaust bracket broken off back box - exhaust remains secure

wheel trims fitted

Fail 4 Feb 2017 64,164 miles

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

Rear exhaust bracket broken off back box - exhaust remains secure

wheel trims fitted

Pass 13 Jan 2016 56,665 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2016 56,669 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 50,880 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 44,569 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 37,846 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 33,133 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2011 29,948 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 29,948 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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FD57 YXY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 FD57 YXY, 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.

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What year was FD57 YXY registered?

FD57 YXY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 September 2008.

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