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OY08 RYX

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2017
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

72,361 mi
Last recorded72,361 miles
Recorded on6 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 May 2016 72,361 miles

n/s/f tyre worn low on both edges

o/s/f lower suspension arm inner bush starting to split

Fail 6 May 2016 72,361 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low ADJUSTER NOT WORKING/ BROKEN? (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low ADJUSTED (1.8)

Oil level on MIN

n/s/f tyre worn low on both edges

o/s/f lower suspension arm inner bush starting to split

Pass 12 May 2015 64,626 miles
Fail 12 May 2015 64,624 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 May 2014 56,139 miles

Front brake pads approx 2/3 worn

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 12 May 2014 56,139 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake pads approx 2/3 worn

N/S/F tyre starting to get low on inner tread

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 7 May 2013 48,399 miles

Coolant low

N/S/F Side light dim

O/S/F Tyre wearing on inside edge

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 May 2013 48,399 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Coolant low

N/S/F Brake hose slightly loose (needs cliping up secure)

N/S/F Side light dim

O/S/F Tyre wearing on inside edge

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 May 2012 38,522 miles

grease emitting from n/s/f inner cv gaitor clip

n/s/f side light dim

o/s/r tyre perishing

rear number plate detriorating

Fail 11 May 2012 38,522 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

grease emitting from n/s/f inner cv gaitor clip

n/s/f side light dim

o/s/r tyre perishing

rear number plate detriorating

Pass 11 May 2011 25,651 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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OY08 RYX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 OY08 RYX, 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 RYX registered?

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

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