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PK08 LYZ

2008 Ford Ka

Green Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

30,212 mi
Last recorded30,212 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK08 LYZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 30,212 miles

All underside undersealed

Pass 15 Jul 2025 30,029 miles

all underside undersealed

Pass 11 Jul 2024 29,557 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2024 29,552 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2023 29,011 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

all underside components showing corrosion

Pass 15 Jul 2022 28,715 miles

Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 28,471 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 28,149 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2020 28,149 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 27,192 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 25,890 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 25,305 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 17,667 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 7,433 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2015 7,433 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 7,150 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 7,146 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 6,164 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 5,183 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 8 Mar 2012 4,448 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2012 4,448 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 3,506 miles

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

fuel tank rusty , advise some form of rust prevention

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 LYZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Green with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 LYZ, 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 LYZ registered?

PK08 LYZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is PK08 LYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK08 LYZ shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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