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MT58 AYK

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

68,605 mi
Last recorded68,605 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT58 AYK
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 68,605 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 66,269 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 63,769 miles

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

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

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

Rear axle slight corrosion

Pass 14 Jul 2023 60,759 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 58,919 miles

Corrosion Through Out Braking And All Suspension Components

Exhaust System Corroded / Deteriorated

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Fail 20 Jul 2022 58,919 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view Mirror Glass (3.3 (b) (ii))

Corrosion Through Out Braking And All Suspension Components

Exhaust System Corroded / Deteriorated

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2021 57,344 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 56,023 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2019 54,929 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 53,516 miles

Both Rear Shocker Upper Bushes Slightly Worn

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Under Body Covers Fitted

Pass 1 Aug 2017 51,689 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 49,317 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 45,227 miles

corroded but not leaking

Pass 25 Nov 2014 39,130 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2013 33,763 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 27,085 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2011 20,236 miles

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

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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MT58 AYK is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 MT58 AYK, 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 MT58 AYK registered?

MT58 AYK is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 23 December 2008.

Is MT58 AYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT58 AYK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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