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AU58 PXH

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,385 mi
Last recorded58,385 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 PXH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2023 58,385 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Upper mid sill corroded in door shut area. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Jan 2023 58,385 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Upper mid sill corroded in door shut area. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 83,758 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 7 Feb 2022 53,757 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 48,632 miles

Coolant leak low ()

fuel tank has corrosion to top

Fail 1 Feb 2021 48,632 miles

Coolant leak low ()

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

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

fuel tank has corrosion to top

Pass 27 Jan 2020 44,691 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2020 44,691 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Feb 2019 40,809 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2019 40,771 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill / side of rear mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush splitting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under sill /side of mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective support bracket on rear box broken (6.1.2 (a))

corrosion started on under sills and floor panels (front both sides )

Pass 26 Jan 2018 37,599 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill near rear axle bush (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill near rear axle bush (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 36,623 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 33,525 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2015 33,525 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2014 31,505 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 29,723 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 27,958 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 25,836 miles

nsr tyre sidewall slightly perishing

osr sidewall slightly perishing

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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AU58 PXH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black 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 AU58 PXH, 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 AU58 PXH registered?

AU58 PXH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 13 October 2008.

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