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AV08 HLC

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2021
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

96,403 mi
Last recorded96,403 miles
Recorded on19 May 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 HLC
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 May 2020 96,403 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 88,662 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2018 88,644 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 23 Jan 2018 88,534 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion corroded near exhaust mount (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2017 81,089 miles

Front both front tyres wearing on inner edges

slight blow front flexi exhaust

Fail 23 Jan 2017 81,089 miles

Front both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

slight blow front flexi exhaust

Pass 13 Jan 2016 74,439 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Jan 2016 74,439 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2015 71,789 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Jan 2015 71,789 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2014 53,303 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 47,277 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 47,277 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 36,473 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 28,603 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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 HLC is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 AV08 HLC, 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 HLC registered?

AV08 HLC is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 11 March 2008.

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