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FG08 CYF

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

66,345 mi
Last recorded66,345 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 CYF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2023 66,345 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 62,223 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output condensation (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute all (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 17 Jan 2022 62,223 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output condensation (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute all (4.4.4 (a))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 58,320 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Fail 3 Nov 2020 58,320 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2019 53,887 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2019 53,873 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken BROKEN (5.3.1 (b) (i))

O/S FRONT LOWER WISHBONE FRONT BUSH BEGINNING TO SEPERATE

Pass 24 Oct 2018 50,345 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2018 50,271 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Nov 2017 45,890 miles

both front brake discs worn/lipped on inner face

both headlight rear covers loose

Fail 9 Nov 2017 45,890 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front brake discs worn/lipped on inner face

both headlight rear covers loose

Pass 26 Oct 2016 40,383 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2016 40,383 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracked

Offside Rear tyre cracked

Pass 27 Oct 2015 32,596 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 25,731 miles

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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside rear lamp slightly damaged

Pass 24 Oct 2014 25,731 miles

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)

nearside rear lamp slightly damaged

Pass 25 Oct 2013 18,089 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 11,169 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 4,376 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 4,374 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 4,122 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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FG08 CYF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 FG08 CYF, 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 FG08 CYF registered?

FG08 CYF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is FG08 CYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 CYF shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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