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PX08 WYZ

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2022
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,054 mi
Last recorded61,054 miles
Recorded on19 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 WYZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 19 May 2022 61,054 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure front flexy (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel well (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel well (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 May 2021 51,483 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2020 49,156 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 18 May 2020 49,122 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Mar 2020 49,061 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner structure/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner structure/wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bush deteriorated (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder irregular wear (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn bush deteriorated (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))

drivers seat tilt mechanism fixed in upright position

Pass 29 Mar 2019 43,041 miles

Coolant leak coolant low and leak at thermostat ()

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer shoulders devoid tread (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer shoulders devoid tread (5.2.3 (e))

drivers seat tilt mechanism inop but secured in upright position

fuel filler neck corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2018 35,250 miles

Rear inner wheel arches corroded/weakened

coolant leak

drivers seat tilt lever inop but seat locks in upright position

fuel filler neck corroded but secure

Fail 15 Mar 2018 35,169 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded axle (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded axle (2.4.A.3)

Rear inner wheel arches corroded/weakened

coolant leak

drivers seat tilt lever inop but seat locks in upright position

fuel filler neck corroded but secure

Pass 23 Mar 2017 30,375 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 26,810 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 23,942 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 20,282 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 16,853 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 14,207 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 13,778 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 10,381 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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PX08 WYZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 PX08 WYZ, 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 PX08 WYZ registered?

PX08 WYZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 March 2008.

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