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KV58 ZYB

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

98,939 mi
Last recorded98,939 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV58 ZYB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2019 98,939 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2019 98,939 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working 207 bulb (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 91,993 miles

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

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2018 91,731 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of nearside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 84,106 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear of nearside front (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear of offside front (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Sep 2017 84,106 miles

Nearside Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating 382 bulb incorrect bulb was fitted (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working 382 bulb and solder connection on bulb holder (1.2.1b)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear of nearside front (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear of offside front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2016 76,327 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 68,633 miles

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear of nearside front (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear of offside front (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Sep 2015 68,633 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear of nearside front (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear of offside front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Sep 2014 60,590 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Sep 2014 60,590 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2013 50,397 miles

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

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

rear tyres starting to deteriorate

Pass 3 Oct 2012 42,989 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 3 Oct 2012 42,989 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both nearside and offside rear tyres perishing

Pass 3 Oct 2011 35,943 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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KV58 ZYB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KV58 ZYB, 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.

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What year was KV58 ZYB registered?

KV58 ZYB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 September 2008.

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