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RY57 KTG

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

36,311 mi
Last recorded36,311 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY57 KTG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 36,311 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 29,530 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 29,528 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2020 29,523 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 27,914 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 27,244 miles

Windscreen wipers smear windscreen and split

Pass 24 Nov 2014 26,909 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2014 26,909 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 25,592 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2013 25,589 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2012 24,951 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 24,500 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 21,811 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 KTG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 RY57 KTG, 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 RY57 KTG registered?

RY57 KTG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is RY57 KTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY57 KTG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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