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KY08 DHN

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,561 mi
Last recorded57,561 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 DHN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2019 57,561 miles

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

engine oil level low.

Nearside Front Upper possible brake fluid leak , around master cylinder . difficult to diagnose .

Pass 9 Apr 2018 41,654 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 41,654 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2017 30,267 miles

CHIP IN WINDSCREEN

SUSPENSION PARTS/SILL PANELS GETTING RUSTY IN PLACES

Fail 28 Mar 2017 30,267 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

CHIP IN WINDSCREEN

SUSPENSION PARTS/SILL PANELS GETTING RUSTY IN PLACES

Pass 25 Mar 2016 28,063 miles

1/ CHIP IN WINDSCREEN

2/ SILL PANELS GETTING RUSTY

3/ BOTH REAR TYRES STARTING TO CRACK

4/ O/S/F WISHBONE ARM BUSH STARTING TO SPLIT

Pass 3 Apr 2015 24,838 miles

1/ SILL PANELS GETTING RUSTY

Pass 27 Mar 2014 20,193 miles

front tyre sidewalls cracked

left/right front tyre treads worn on edge

left/right rear tyre sidewalls cracked

light corrosion to sills

right front wishbone rear bush worn

Pass 28 Mar 2013 14,760 miles

All tyre sidewalls cracked

right front wishbone rear bush worn

Fail 28 Feb 2012 11,535 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

right front wishbone rear bush worn

windscreen damaged

Pass 28 Feb 2012 11,535 miles

right front wishbone rear bush worn

windscreen damaged

Pass 15 Feb 2011 9,804 miles

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

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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KY08 DHN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KY08 DHN, 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 KY08 DHN?

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What year was KY08 DHN registered?

KY08 DHN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is KY08 DHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 DHN shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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