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RY57 UXX

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

50,085 mi
Last recorded50,085 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2021 50,085 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 50,085 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 30 Jan 2020 48,172 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2019 45,610 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2018 42,807 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 39,933 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush slight play (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 36,916 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear tyres cracking up

Pass 21 Jan 2015 33,599 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 29,710 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 23 Jan 2013 24,866 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 24,866 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 20,217 miles

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

spare tyre incorrect aspect ratio

Pass 24 Jan 2011 14,503 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2011 14,503 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 UXX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 UXX, 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 RY57 UXX registered?

RY57 UXX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is RY57 UXX safe to buy?

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