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FN08 CYC

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

36,374 mi
Last recorded36,374 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN08 CYC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 36,374 miles

corrosion offside rear strut mount

corrosion nearside front floor

corrosion nearside rear inner arch

Fail 24 Apr 2026 36,374 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

corrosion nearside front floor

corrosion nearside rear inner arch

corrosion offside rear strut mount

Pass 7 May 2025 33,892 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner acrh (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2025 33,865 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner acrh (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 30,746 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2023 28,420 miles

general underbody corrosion

Pass 11 Apr 2022 25,457 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underbody (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal underbody (5.3.6 (a) (i))

vehicle underbody showing corrosion

Fail 4 Apr 2022 25,453 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill to inner (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel well (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underbody (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal underbody (5.3.6 (a) (i))

vehicle underbody showing corrosion

Fail 31 Aug 2021 25,439 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch front of (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 24,035 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 22,987 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2018 20,547 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

front brake discs corroded

Fail 23 Jun 2018 20,547 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

front brake discs corroded

Pass 22 Jun 2017 18,882 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front Inner wishbone bushes showing signs of wear

Pass 16 Jul 2016 17,575 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 15,306 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2015 15,306 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 13,820 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front wishbone bushes showing signs of seperating

Pass 8 Jul 2013 12,347 miles

all four tyres showing signs of cracking on outer sidewalls

Pass 5 Jul 2012 10,647 miles

Nearside Outer Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2011 8,245 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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FN08 CYC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FN08 CYC, 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 FN08 CYC registered?

FN08 CYC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 July 2008.

Is FN08 CYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN08 CYC shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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