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FE58 YLV

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

112,732 mi
Last recorded112,732 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE58 YLV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Fail 2 Sep 2019 112,732 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor around seat mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength above rear axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor around seat mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill at rear near rear axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive above rear axle mounting corroded through first skin of metal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area and floor to sill area both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 103,212 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 93,986 miles

under vehicle corrosion

Fail 24 Aug 2017 93,986 miles

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

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

under vehicle corrosion

Pass 26 Aug 2016 84,887 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2016 84,887 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 20 Aug 2015 74,907 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 20 Aug 2015 74,907 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 29 Aug 2014 65,493 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight cracks in both rear tyres

Fail 28 Aug 2014 65,493 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

fluid leak from clutch pipe under bonnet

slight cracks in both rear tyres

Pass 29 Aug 2013 55,274 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 44,133 miles

Rear tyres staring to perish

Pass 2 Sep 2011 34,615 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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 YLV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 FE58 YLV, 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 YLV registered?

FE58 YLV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 September 2008.

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