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AV08 HLG

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,474 mi
Last recorded29,474 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2019 29,474 miles

o/s headlight pattern deteriorating

rear tyres deteriorating

sills / floor / chassis deteriorating

Pass 12 Sep 2018 28,772 miles

o/s/r tyre deteriorating

sills deteriorating

Fail 12 Sep 2018 28,772 miles

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

o/s/r tyre deteriorating

sills deteriorating

Pass 18 Sep 2017 27,954 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Sep 2017 27,954 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 25,808 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 25,808 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

off side front tyre close to legal limit and badly worn on inner edge

Pass 18 Sep 2015 23,289 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 23,289 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 23 Sep 2014 20,671 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 20,671 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 17,917 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 14,511 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 11,880 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 11,880 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 HLG 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 HLG, 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

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What year was AV08 HLG registered?

AV08 HLG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 March 2008.

Is AV08 HLG safe to buy?

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