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RY57 VKX

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

49,849 mi
Last recorded49,849 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY57 VKX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 49,849 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 40,170 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective moisture in lamp (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Feb 2024 32,692 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 28,083 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2023 28,083 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2022 26,269 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened play in top strut mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 26,214 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 26,012 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2019 25,852 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 25,404 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 18,878 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 17,941 miles

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 4 Feb 2016 17,941 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Fail 19 Feb 2015 16,851 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 16,851 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 16,412 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 16,412 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 14,842 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 11,409 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jan 2012 11,409 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 7,301 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 VKX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 VKX, 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 VKX registered?

RY57 VKX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 22 February 2008.

Is RY57 VKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY57 VKX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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