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MT08 KYH

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

62,683 mi
Last recorded62,683 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT08 KYH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2020 62,683 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2020 62,682 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 58,440 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 55,801 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2018 53,315 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 53,315 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2017 51,138 miles

Offside front mirror detiriorated

Pass 1 Apr 2016 47,801 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 47,776 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Mar 2015 43,321 miles

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

n/s/r tyre perished

o/s/f tyre worn on inside edge

o/s/r tyre perished and has a nail in

Fail 21 Mar 2014 38,392 miles

Both sides rear tyres perishing

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 21 Mar 2014 38,392 miles

Both sides rear tyres perishing

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Mar 2013 34,576 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 30,206 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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MT08 KYH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 MT08 KYH, 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

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What year was MT08 KYH registered?

MT08 KYH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is MT08 KYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT08 KYH shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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