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PJ08 YZX

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,188 mi
Last recorded90,188 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 YZX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2019 90,188 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/s + O/s (Rear bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2019 90,188 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/s + O/s (Rear bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 May 2018 85,583 miles

Corrosion Around Fuel Filler cap Area

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources N/s Rear (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/s + O/s Front (Inner Bushes) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge O/s Rear 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 May 2017 81,776 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 81,766 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2015 69,079 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 69,072 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 59,636 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 49,578 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 39,254 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 25,298 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 25,290 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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PJ08 YZX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 PJ08 YZX, 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 PJ08 YZX registered?

PJ08 YZX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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