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FY58 XVB

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

73,740 mi
Last recorded73,740 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 XVB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 73,740 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive rocker cover (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front exhaust corroded

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2025 72,089 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 67,750 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 66,186 miles

Offside Front Outer sill surface corrosion

Offside Rear Outer sill surface corrosion

exhaust catalyst heat shield slight damage/insecure

Pass 29 Mar 2022 64,165 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2022 64,162 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2021 62,243 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 62,241 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 59,195 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 59,195 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 57,144 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 55,381 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2018 55,379 miles

Nearside Steering locking device missing Track rod end (2.2.C.1g)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 52,161 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 22 Mar 2017 52,161 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 30 Mar 2016 49,808 miles

Both rear tyres have deterioration / cracks to side walls advise tyres replaced

Fail 26 Mar 2015 46,530 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 46,530 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 44,379 miles

f brakes balance getting high

n/s/r tyre perishing

Pass 29 Mar 2013 43,533 miles

N/S/REAR AND O/S FRONT TYER,S CRACKING.

Fail 26 Sep 2011 41,746 miles

Cracking to offside front and nearside rear tyres

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Sep 2011 41,746 miles

Cracking to offside front and nearside rear tyres

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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FY58 XVB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 FY58 XVB, 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 FY58 XVB registered?

FY58 XVB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is FY58 XVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY58 XVB shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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