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FY08 OYV

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,059 mi
Last recorded95,059 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 OYV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 18 Mar 2019 95,059 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Under wheel arch where marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp likely to become detached (4.7.1 (c) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from transmission Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Wind screen showing signs of wiper blade wear

Heavy rusting to nearside and offside floor pans and front and rear suspension prescribed areas and front and rear suspension components

Nearside Rear Body panel badly rusted around fuel filler

Offside Front Tyre devoid of tread on inner edge

Pass 14 Mar 2018 86,084 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 78,502 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2016 69,431 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 69,431 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2015 58,285 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 47,096 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 37,665 miles

fron t brake discs slightly corroded on outer surfaces.

Pass 6 Mar 2012 33,541 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 22,412 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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FY08 OYV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FY08 OYV, 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 FY08 OYV registered?

FY08 OYV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is FY08 OYV safe to buy?

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