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PK08 LYG

2008 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2025
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

55,996 mi
Last recorded55,996 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK08 LYG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2023 55,996 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2023 41,893 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes undersealed and greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f n/s/f rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2023 41,893 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes undersealed and greased (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s/f n/s/f rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jan 2023 41,891 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Underside brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 28,814 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 28,814 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2020 19,986 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 13,436 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 7,324 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 7,316 miles

Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Mar 2018 6,670 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 6,123 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 5,508 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 4,963 miles

all four tyre sidewall/tread splitting

Pass 20 Mar 2014 4,337 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 3,609 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

offside rear light cracked

Pass 21 Mar 2012 2,905 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 2,237 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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PK08 LYG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 PK08 LYG, 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

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What year was PK08 LYG registered?

PK08 LYG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 April 2008.

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