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RK08 RYV

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,588 mi
Last recorded54,588 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 RYV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 54,588 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2025 54,588 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2024 53,046 miles

Oil leak

Fail 16 Dec 2024 53,045 miles

Nearside Steering linkage likely to become detached Steering arm (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

Pass 15 Dec 2023 50,028 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2022 44,576 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 42,598 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2020 40,552 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 35,592 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 35,562 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged cut in the webbing (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 29,525 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both - 165/60 14 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 25,765 miles

both rear tyres deteriorated - 165/60 14

nearside wiper blade start to smear

Pass 24 May 2016 24,269 miles

both rear tyres deteriorated - 165/60 14

Pass 28 Apr 2015 21,100 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2014 15,561 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 10,856 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 10,820 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 10,528 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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RK08 RYV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 RK08 RYV, 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 RK08 RYV registered?

RK08 RYV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 March 2008.

Is RK08 RYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RK08 RYV shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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