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RF08 YOP

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

32,623 mi
Last recorded32,623 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 YOP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 32,623 miles

gearbox lower mount bush split

inner/outer sills rusty at rear

Pass 4 Jul 2025 31,884 miles

lower gearbox mount bush split

offside and nearside outer sills rusty at rear

Pass 24 Jun 2024 30,920 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2024 30,920 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2023 29,632 miles

nearside outer sill rusty at rear

offside outer sill rusty at rear

Pass 27 Jun 2022 28,115 miles

offside outer sill rusty

Pass 9 Jul 2021 26,735 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2020 25,767 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 25,767 miles

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 24,893 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 23,262 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 21,020 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 18,648 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 15,702 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 12,920 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 10,527 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 8,440 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 6,545 miles

Slightly damp around PAS rack

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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RF08 YOP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RF08 YOP, 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 RF08 YOP registered?

RF08 YOP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 July 2008.

Is RF08 YOP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 YOP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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