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KV58 YGX

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

104,381 mi
Last recorded104,381 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV58 YGX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2020 104,381 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 101,315 miles

Central locking is not functioning as intended to function

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer and inner sill to trailing arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer and inner sill to trailing arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2019 101,315 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill to floor-as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill and outer sill to floor-as marked (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Track control arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust system insecure Silencer hanger fractured (6.1.2 (a))

Central locking is not functioning as intended to function

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer and inner sill to trailing arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer and inner sill to trailing arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 96,607 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 95,973 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 94,806 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Jul 2015 93,422 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 84,330 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 84,328 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 71,685 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2013 71,685 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 55,823 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 42,268 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

front brake disc worn

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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KV58 YGX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red 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 KV58 YGX, 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 KV58 YGX registered?

KV58 YGX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 16 September 2008.

Is KV58 YGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV58 YGX 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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