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PL08 PTY

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

43,914 mi
Last recorded43,914 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 PTY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Jan 2022 43,914 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced axle mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering axle mounting area (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

nearside and offside front upper mcpherson strut top bearing/mountings are worn

Pass 3 Feb 2021 43,425 miles

nearside and offside sills,chassis legs and floor panel are corroded

Pass 15 Jan 2020 43,003 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 40,636 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 38,896 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 37,132 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 35,555 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 35,555 miles

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Fail 13 Jan 2015 33,928 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

offside rear wheelbearing worn

Pass 13 Jan 2015 33,928 miles

offside rear wheelbearing worn

Pass 15 Jan 2014 32,302 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brakes out of balance

Pass 9 Jan 2013 26,051 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 22,646 miles

both rear tyres perishing

Pass 28 Apr 2011 16,003 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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PL08 PTY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 PL08 PTY, 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 PL08 PTY registered?

PL08 PTY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 July 2008.

Is PL08 PTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 PTY shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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