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GY58 YHX

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

43,069 mi
Last recorded43,069 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY58 YHX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2020 43,069 miles

Centre exhaust heat shields missing

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fuel tank corrosion

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Nearside and offside front (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dot 04/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dot 04/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge. 165/65r13

Oil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 7 Oct 2020 43,069 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel badly distorted On inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Centre exhaust heat shields missing

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fuel tank corrosion

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Nearside and offside front (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dot 04/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dot 04/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside front tyre worn on inner edge. 165/65r13

Oil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 7 Oct 2019 33,136 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 19,217 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 17,112 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Jan 2017 14,530 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 12,188 miles

both rear tyres are perished on sidewalls

Fail 15 Jan 2016 12,188 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

both rear tyres are perished on sidewalls

Fail 14 Jan 2015 10,049 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

all the tyres are perished on outer sidewalls

Pass 14 Jan 2015 10,049 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

all the tyres are perished on outer sidewalls

Pass 22 Oct 2013 8,270 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 7,334 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 6,329 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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GY58 YHX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GY58 YHX, 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 GY58 YHX registered?

GY58 YHX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is GY58 YHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY58 YHX shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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