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PJ58 YFF

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

27,869 mi
Last recorded27,869 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ58 YFF
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 24 Aug 2022 27,869 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected wheel arch axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Aug 2021 26,987 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Corrosion on outside of sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front edge of floor pan corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Corroded around axle mount and rear of floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Lower bumper bracket mount corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Corrosion on inside of sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front edge of floor pan corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Corroded around axle mount and rear of floor pan (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 26,234 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced corrosion on floor pan at front and rear. Also around o/s chassis rail at front of floorpan. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security behind lower suspension mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security around axle mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear bumper support bracket corroded badly.

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security behind lower suspension mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security around axle mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2019 24,768 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced small rust patches on sill at front and back (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rust around filler cap (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security rust around axle mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced small rust patches on sill at front and back (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Aug 2019 24,765 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting hole on inner side of sill beside axle mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced small rust patches on sill at front and back (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rust around filler cap (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced small rust patches on sill at front and back (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 23,029 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2018 23,029 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 21,922 miles

Offside Rear Outer tyre wall cracked

Fail 10 Oct 2017 21,922 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Outer tyre wall cracked

Pass 14 Sep 2016 20,687 miles

Offside Rear tyre cracking around outer edge

Pass 8 Sep 2015 18,857 miles

Offside Rear tyre has started to crack around outside edge

Fail 7 Sep 2015 18,857 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear tyre has started to crack around outside edge

Pass 19 Aug 2014 15,983 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 13,856 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 11,425 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 8,512 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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PJ58 YFF is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 PJ58 YFF, 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 PJ58 YFF registered?

PJ58 YFF is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 September 2008.

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