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KY08 DLK

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

89,209 mi
Last recorded89,209 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 DLK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2019 89,209 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2019 89,122 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. Steel wheel (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Bulkhead (1.1.21 (e) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2018 84,373 miles

Offside rear under sill rusty Back panel rusty

Fail 8 Feb 2018 84,372 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear under sill rusty Back panel rusty

Pass 19 Jan 2017 81,140 miles

Rear offside under sill starting to rust

Fail 19 Jan 2017 81,140 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear offside under sill starting to rust

Pass 3 Feb 2016 77,571 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 69,158 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2014 47,101 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 29,181 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 25,518 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake disc rusty and worn

Pass 11 Mar 2011 22,245 miles

front discs slightly pitted

Fail 10 Mar 2011 22,245 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front discs slightly pitted

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 DLK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KY08 DLK, 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 KY08 DLK registered?

KY08 DLK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 March 2008.

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