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SK08 YST

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

115,301 mi
Last recorded115,301 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK08 YST
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2017 115,301 miles

. front brake discs corroded .

Fail 28 Nov 2017 115,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect . bulb not fitted correctly . (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded . drop sill . (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded drop sill and outer sill .. (2.4.A.3)

Offside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

. front brake discs corroded .

Pass 18 Dec 2015 112,340 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 111,228 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 110,886 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 30 Apr 2014 104,264 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 104,264 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 86,093 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2013 86,093 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 67,067 miles

Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Mar 2011 49,268 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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SK08 YST is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 SK08 YST, 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 SK08 YST registered?

SK08 YST is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is SK08 YST safe to buy?

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