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RF08 ZBY

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

63,445 mi
Last recorded63,445 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 ZBY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Fail 6 Nov 2023 63,445 miles

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

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

floor pan corroded but not excessively

Pass 29 Sep 2022 63,355 miles

Corrosion to outer sills & front chassis nr subframe mounts

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread + bald inner edge(thru primary rubber) - 165/65R13 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 58,422 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2021 58,422 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2020 55,468 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear most mounts of subframe **SIGNIFICANT** (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2020 55,450 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear most mounts of subframe **SIGNIFICANT** (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 52,080 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 50,920 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 49,290 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 21 May 2018 49,290 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 22 May 2017 47,526 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 44,672 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 42,284 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 40,883 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 40,883 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/r tyre perished

Pass 25 Jun 2013 32,503 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 22,186 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 20,799 miles

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

front discs worn

front wipers abit smeary

o/s/f brake pipe slightly out of shape

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 ZBY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 ZBY, 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 RF08 ZBY registered?

RF08 ZBY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 July 2008.

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