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OY08 PHA

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,740 mi
Last recorded61,740 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 PHA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2020 61,740 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 56,488 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 29 Mar 2019 56,488 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 4 Sep 2017 52,950 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 49,100 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 31 Aug 2016 49,100 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Aug 2015 43,991 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 40,731 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 36,969 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 34,390 miles

both rear tyres have cracking in treads

Fail 5 Mar 2013 34,390 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

both rear tyres have cracking in treads

Pass 5 Mar 2012 28,632 miles

nearside rear tyre perishing

strong advise offside rear tyre badly perishing,cracking

Fail 5 Mar 2012 28,632 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake discs worn

nearside handbrake cable loose

nearside rear tyre perishing

strong advise offside rear tyre badly perishing,cracking

Pass 8 Mar 2011 23,487 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 23,487 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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 PHA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 PHA, 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 OY08 PHA registered?

OY08 PHA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is OY08 PHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY08 PHA shows 15 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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