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MF08 FZY

2008 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2022
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

75,481 mi
Last recorded75,481 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 FZY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 21 Feb 2022 75,481 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill to floor were axle bolts DANGEROUS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS SUBFRAME BOLTING AREA (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSISS SUBFRAME BOLTING AREA (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 68,755 miles

use on underseal on all welded body

Fail 27 Jan 2021 68,754 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced mid floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced mid outter & inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 65,103 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2020 65,101 miles

Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting off side to nearside rear body corroded (behind bumper) complete (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced upper (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 63,916 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 60,181 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn inner edge

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 13 Mar 2018 60,181 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front tyre worn inner edge

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 55,038 miles

Coolant leak ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 9 Mar 2017 55,038 miles

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

Coolant leak ()

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 1 Mar 2016 50,957 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Mar 2016 50,957 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2015 45,538 miles

nearside front tyre slightly worn inner edge

offside front tyre slightly worn outer edge

Fail 12 Mar 2015 45,538 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre slightly worn inner edge

offside front tyre slightly worn outer edge

Pass 13 Mar 2014 40,465 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Mar 2013 36,552 miles

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

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

Slight uneven wear on nearside rear tyre (only visible when wheel rotated)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 33,116 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 28,075 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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MF08 FZY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 MF08 FZY, 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 MF08 FZY registered?

MF08 FZY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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