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OY08 EFN

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,456 mi
Last recorded42,456 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 EFN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 12 Jul 2024 42,456 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SEAL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER SEAL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2023 41,604 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2023 41,604 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2022 40,154 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 38,831 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Jul 2020 37,507 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 23 Jul 2019 36,490 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2018 36,477 miles

Dipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (1.7.4b)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Mar 2017 35,924 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 34,411 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 32,391 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2014 29,296 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 29,296 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 25,518 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Mar 2012 21,614 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 6 Mar 2012 21,614 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 15 Mar 2011 17,193 miles

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

nearside front tyre got cut on outer sidewall

Pass 15 Mar 2011 17,193 miles

nearside front tyre got cut on outer sidewall

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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OY08 EFN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 OY08 EFN, 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 OY08 EFN registered?

OY08 EFN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is OY08 EFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY08 EFN shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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