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AB08 YKC

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

39,646 mi
Last recorded39,646 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB08 YKC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 39,646 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2025 35,421 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2024 30,342 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2023 28,344 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2022 24,568 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 21,548 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 21,548 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 17,147 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 13,913 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2017 13,225 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 12,592 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 10,567 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 9,335 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 8,210 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 6,562 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 4,783 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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AB08 YKC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AB08 YKC, 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 AB08 YKC registered?

AB08 YKC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is AB08 YKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AB08 YKC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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