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FL08 FYN

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

48,507 mi
Last recorded48,507 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 FYN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 48,507 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2025 47,583 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 May 2025 47,573 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Perished inside treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sills at rear arm body mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill at rear arm body mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 46,650 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

UNDERBODY CORRODED

Pass 12 Jun 2023 46,259 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

UNDERBODY CORRODED

Pass 17 Jun 2022 45,856 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2022 45,856 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR WISHBONE BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER WING (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jun 2021 45,427 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 45,044 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 44,095 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 42,552 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jun 2018 42,550 miles

Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 31 May 2017 40,882 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 40,866 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2016 39,205 miles

Both rear tyres cracked on outer edges.

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

Fail 23 Jun 2016 39,205 miles

Both rear tyres cracked on outer edges.

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2015 37,191 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 32,698 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 28,194 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 23,913 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2012 23,913 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Jun 2011 19,677 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 19,677 miles

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)

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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FL08 FYN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 FL08 FYN, 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 FL08 FYN registered?

FL08 FYN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is FL08 FYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 FYN shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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