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FL08 YBV

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

64,950 mi
Last recorded64,950 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 YBV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2019 64,950 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing, wheel arch to sill areas (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2019 64,950 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill to rear axle mounting corroded/holed and partially missing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing, wheel arch to sill areas (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2018 55,041 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 48,148 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Apr 2016 44,219 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 40,168 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Apr 2015 40,168 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 35,531 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 29,821 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 23,818 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 18,551 miles

Offside Suspension arm rubber bush 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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FL08 YBV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FL08 YBV, 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 FL08 YBV registered?

FL08 YBV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is FL08 YBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 YBV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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