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AV08 HLA

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

35,508 mi
Last recorded35,508 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 HLA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2022 35,508 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2021 32,296 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 29,249 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2020 29,249 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 25,717 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.7mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 21,872 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Crack at the top of the screen behind rear view mirror (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2017 17,695 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 14,050 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 10,791 miles

o/s/f and both rear tyres have age related cracking

Pass 15 Aug 2014 7,329 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 7,001 miles

o/s/f and rear tyres spliting

Fail 13 Mar 2014 7,001 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

o/s/f and rear tyres spliting

Pass 7 Mar 2013 6,018 miles

n/s/f tyre spliting on edge cracking on sidewall

o/s/r tyre spliting on sidewall

Pass 5 Mar 2012 5,507 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 4,707 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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AV08 HLA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 AV08 HLA, 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 AV08 HLA registered?

AV08 HLA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 17 March 2008.

Is AV08 HLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 HLA shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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