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SK58 MBY

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2022
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

89,265 mi
Last recorded89,265 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK58 MBY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 89,265 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perished around inner edge

Pass 21 Feb 2020 88,207 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 88,207 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 82,392 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 82,392 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 77,640 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2017 72,258 miles

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

Slight corrosion in o/s/r sill

Fail 13 Feb 2017 72,258 miles

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

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

Slight corrosion in o/s/r sill

Pass 22 Feb 2016 67,331 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2016 67,331 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2015 62,643 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 62,642 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 21 May 2014 59,641 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 25 Feb 2014 58,607 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 54,857 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 51,184 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 46,940 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2011 46,940 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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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SK58 MBY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,299cc 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 SK58 MBY, 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 SK58 MBY registered?

SK58 MBY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 September 2008.

Is SK58 MBY safe to buy?

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