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RV58 UYC

2008 Ford Ka

Yellow Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2022
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

79,580 mi
Last recorded79,580 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV58 UYC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Nov 2022 79,580 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 76,070 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 70,493 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2019 66,592 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 62,101 miles

Offside Front closing sill has slight corrosion

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output condensation (4.1.4 (b))

Rear n/s and o/s closing sill has slight corrosion

Pass 22 Nov 2017 59,625 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slightly deteriorated (7.1.2)

slight corrosion under car.

Pass 17 Oct 2016 58,344 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 55,626 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 44,737 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 33,180 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2012 25,372 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 15,217 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

n/s/f tyre 1.6mm on edge

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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RV58 UYC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Yellow with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RV58 UYC, 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

How do I check the history of RV58 UYC?

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What year was RV58 UYC registered?

RV58 UYC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 September 2008.

Is RV58 UYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV58 UYC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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