CarVerify

Free Car Check

OY08 YLZ

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2018
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,260 mi
Last recorded57,260 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY08 YLZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2017 57,260 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front disc (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 51,691 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 28 Nov 2015 51,510 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Inner Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 47,269 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 27 Oct 2014 47,269 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2013 42,667 miles

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

front number plate delaminating

Pass 28 Nov 2012 39,763 miles

N/S/F tyre outer sidewall perishing

N/S/F wing damaged

front brake discs lipped & corroded

handbrake travel long

Fail 28 Nov 2012 39,763 miles

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

N/S/F tyre outer sidewall perishing

N/S/F wing damaged

front brake discs lipped & corroded

handbrake travel long

Pass 14 Oct 2011 36,539 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
Full Ford Ka reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

OY08 YLZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 YLZ, 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

How do I check the history of OY08 YLZ?

You can check the full history of OY08 YLZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was OY08 YLZ registered?

OY08 YLZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 March 2008.

Is OY08 YLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OY08 YLZ shows 9 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.

Does OY08 YLZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on OY08 YLZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.