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FY08 UTN

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

36,195 mi
Last recorded36,195 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY08 UTN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2018 36,195 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output discoloured (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 May 2017 34,069 miles

Nearside Front gear box end plate corroding

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear axle beam corroding

Fail 19 Apr 2017 34,067 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear most bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering cross member,behind rear bumper (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Front gear box end plate corroding

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear axle beam corroding

Pass 30 Nov 2015 33,413 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 33,405 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2014 33,404 miles

Spare wheel carrier insecure (6.4.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 28,688 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 22,339 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 16,726 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 11 May 2011 16,726 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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FY08 UTN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FY08 UTN, 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 UTN registered?

FY08 UTN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FY08 UTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY08 UTN shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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