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MF58 YAX

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

72,158 mi
Last recorded72,158 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF58 YAX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2024 72,158 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all under vehicle corroded

Fail 27 Dec 2024 72,158 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

all under vehicle corroded

Pass 16 Dec 2023 64,856 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to inner and outer sills

corrosion to under side of vehicle

play both top strut mounts

Fail 15 Dec 2023 64,854 miles

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

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

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

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to inner and outer sills

corrosion to under side of vehicle

play both top strut mounts

Pass 17 Dec 2022 59,163 miles

corrosion to under side of vehicle

play both top strut mounts

corrosion to inner and outer sills

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Dec 2022 59,161 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

corrosion to inner and outer sills

corrosion to under side of vehicle

play both top strut mounts

Pass 8 Dec 2021 56,053 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

corrosion to under side of vehicle

play in both top strut mounts

Pass 29 Dec 2020 52,214 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 51,159 miles

Nearside corroded around fuel filler cap

Offside Lower outer sill corroded

Fail 12 Jun 2019 51,159 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside corroded around fuel filler cap

Offside Lower outer sill corroded

Pass 14 Jun 2018 47,022 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer sill corroded

corroded around fuel cap

Pass 23 Jun 2017 44,267 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2017 44,265 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

all 4 tyres seriously perished

coolant leak (water pump)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 43,206 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 38,005 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 38,005 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 17 Sep 2014 32,418 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 32,418 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Upper Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 25,654 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 13 Sep 2012 20,513 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 14,892 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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MF58 YAX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 MF58 YAX, 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 MF58 YAX registered?

MF58 YAX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 September 2008.

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