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AO57 HKG

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,802 mi
Last recorded106,802 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO57 HKG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 106,802 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2017 106,802 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2016 100,393 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 95,728 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on outer edge.

Offside wiper blade split.

Pass 30 Jan 2014 87,356 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 77,701 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 60,400 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2011 42,784 miles

Front brake pads, Inner brake pads worn very low + brake discs wearing thin

Nearside front brake efficiency low

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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AO57 HKG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AO57 HKG, 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

How do I check the history of AO57 HKG?

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What year was AO57 HKG registered?

AO57 HKG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 January 2008.

Is AO57 HKG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO57 HKG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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