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RY57 KKB

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,606 mi
Last recorded108,606 miles
Recorded on27 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY57 KKB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 May 2022 108,606 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides sill is corroded but not to the extent it effects overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 101,641 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

crrosion under vehicle

Fail 22 Feb 2021 101,641 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2021 101,601 miles

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

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

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

corrosion under vehicle

Pass 6 Dec 2019 97,993 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2018 86,692 miles

signs of corrosion around fuel tank filler

signs of corrosion around o/s/f b post

Fail 24 Oct 2018 86,692 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill withing 30cm of suspension sub frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

signs of corrosion around fuel tank filler

signs of corrosion around o/s/f b post

Pass 6 Oct 2017 81,968 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 25 Oct 2016 78,149 miles

Rear slight noise on application

Fail 25 Oct 2016 78,149 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear slight noise on application

Pass 24 Oct 2015 73,708 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2014 64,885 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2014 64,885 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 56,572 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2012 51,231 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 20 Nov 2012 51,231 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 38,663 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2010 19,889 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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RY57 KKB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RY57 KKB, 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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RY57 KKB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 January 2008.

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