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KA57 YPZ

2008 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

60,252 mi
Last recorded60,252 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKA57 YPZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 Jan 2024 60,252 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wheel arch hole (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill hole (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 56,886 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Jan 2023 56,884 miles

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

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamps frosted

Pass 19 Jan 2022 53,459 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2021 50,669 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 49,034 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 46,958 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 44,998 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 42,771 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 40,133 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 37,550 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2015 37,550 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2014 35,431 miles

E M LIGHT ON

Pass 17 Jan 2013 33,795 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 27,641 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 20,768 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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KA57 YPZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KA57 YPZ, 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 KA57 YPZ registered?

KA57 YPZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 January 2008.

Is KA57 YPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KA57 YPZ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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