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FE58 YKA

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

54,008 mi
Last recorded54,008 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE58 YKA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 54,008 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2020 54,008 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2019 45,687 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed has been refitted incorrectly into mounting bracket on suspension leg,( see nearside for correct fitment.) (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Sep 2019 45,650 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Steering locking device missing split pin missing from locknut on offside track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure around edge of sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed has been refitted incorrectly into mounting bracket on suspension leg,( see nearside for correct fitment.) (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 40,635 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 38,542 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 38,542 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 36,083 miles

offside rear tyre showing signs of perishing

Fail 12 Sep 2016 36,083 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside rear tyre showing signs of perishing

Pass 11 Sep 2015 30,047 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 30,047 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2014 25,766 miles

slight cracks in off side rear tyre wall

Pass 13 Sep 2013 22,563 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2013 22,563 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 19,803 miles

nearside front wheel trim missing

new rear wiper blade required

Fail 6 Sep 2012 19,803 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

nearside front wheel trim missing

new rear wiper blade required

Pass 5 Sep 2011 15,642 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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FE58 YKA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 FE58 YKA, 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 FE58 YKA registered?

FE58 YKA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 September 2008.

Is FE58 YKA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE58 YKA shows 17 tests with a 58.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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