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FG08 TUY

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

43,414 mi
Last recorded43,414 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 TUY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 43,414 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 31 Mar 2017 43,414 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Steering retaining device missing track rod end split pin missing (2.2.C.1g)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Mar 2016 39,991 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1656014 (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres perished. 1656014

Fail 10 Mar 2016 39,991 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1656014 (4.1.E.1)

both rear tyres perished. 1656014

Pass 31 Mar 2015 35,175 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 25 Mar 2014 29,933 miles

front brake discs corroded and worn

front inner brake pads worn to limit

Pass 18 Dec 2012 23,467 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 20,018 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 15,156 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 TUY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 FG08 TUY, 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 FG08 TUY registered?

FG08 TUY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FG08 TUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 TUY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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