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PY08 KJA

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

54,069 mi
Last recorded54,069 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPY08 KJA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2022 54,069 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 52,063 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 52,063 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2020 46,991 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2020 46,991 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 44,105 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 40,960 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 39,172 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 37,058 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 37,058 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2016 37,009 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2015 35,211 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 31,784 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 26,234 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 26,234 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 20,863 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 20,863 miles

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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PY08 KJA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 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 PY08 KJA, 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 PY08 KJA registered?

PY08 KJA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 August 2008.

Is PY08 KJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for PY08 KJA shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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