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MF58 YBV

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

92,092 mi
Last recorded92,092 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF58 YBV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2021 92,092 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mountings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight corrosion around fuel filler cap

Fail 15 Jan 2021 92,092 miles

Nearside Front Body panel insecure wing loose (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mountings (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

slight corrosion around fuel filler cap

Pass 3 Jan 2020 75,440 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2019 63,257 miles

Offside Rear Tyre side wall perished

Pass 31 Jan 2018 54,268 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2018 54,268 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2017 44,155 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s (4.1.E.1)

Fail 4 Jan 2017 44,155 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit o/s and n/s (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 36,352 miles

nsr tyre cracking

Pass 5 Aug 2014 34,644 miles

nsr tyre perished

Fail 5 Aug 2014 34,644 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nsr tyre perished

Fail 8 Aug 2013 32,927 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

nsr tyre inner sidewall cracking dvise replacement

Pass 8 Aug 2013 32,927 miles

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

nsr tyre inner sidewall cracking dvise replacement

Fail 1 Sep 2012 31,178 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2012 31,178 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 21,281 miles

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

nsf headlamp as water in it

nsr and nsf sidewalls worn

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 YBV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 YBV, 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 YBV registered?

MF58 YBV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is MF58 YBV safe to buy?

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