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RA08 YSN

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

32,132 mi
Last recorded32,132 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA08 YSN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 32,132 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 31,753 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2024 31,750 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 165 65 13 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 31,472 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 30,541 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 30,223 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165 65 13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2020 29,587 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 165 65 13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2019 26,063 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 19,726 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 19,726 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 16,276 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 16,276 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 15,559 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 14,822 miles

all four tyres cracks on sidewall

Fail 26 Jun 2015 14,822 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

all four tyres cracks on sidewall

Pass 10 Jul 2014 14,007 miles

all four tyres cracks on sidewalls

Pass 11 Jun 2013 12,877 miles

nearside front tyre cracks

Pass 12 Jun 2012 11,816 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 10,667 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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RA08 YSN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 RA08 YSN, 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 RA08 YSN registered?

RA08 YSN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 8 August 2008.

Is RA08 YSN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA08 YSN shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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