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HY58 BYF

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2015
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

27,042 mi
Last recorded27,042 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2014
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY58 BYF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2014 27,042 miles

n/s screen washer jet blocked

wipers smear

Fail 13 Dec 2014 27,042 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s screen washer jet blocked

wipers smear

Pass 17 Dec 2013 23,710 miles

Front undertray broken

Fail 17 Dec 2013 23,710 miles

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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front undertray broken

Fail 15 Dec 2012 20,816 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

body panel damage

n/s/f tyre worn tread edges (raised edges)

oil filter weeping oil

slight bulge developing n/s/f tyre wall

Pass 15 Dec 2012 20,816 miles

body panel damage

n/s/f tyre worn tread edges (raised edges)

oil filter weeping oil

slight bulge developing n/s/f tyre wall

Pass 23 Dec 2011 17,230 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front seat belt mounting points bushes feel worn in to body

exhaust rusty

n/s/f wheel rim damage inside egde

o/s/f washer jet one not hitting screen

oil over filled

small weep from clutch feed pipe

spare tyre flat

Fail 23 Dec 2011 17,230 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front seat belt mounting points bushes feel worn in to body

exhaust rusty

n/s/f wheel rim damage inside egde

o/s/f washer jet one not hitting screen

oil over filled

small weep from clutch feed pipe

spare tyre flat

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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HY58 BYF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HY58 BYF, 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

How do I check the history of HY58 BYF?

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What year was HY58 BYF registered?

HY58 BYF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 December 2008.

Is HY58 BYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY58 BYF shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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