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AX08 HFV

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

46,490 mi
Last recorded46,490 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX08 HFV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 27 Nov 2023 46,490 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wing /floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wing / floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp defective warning light on (1.1.10 (f))

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2022 43,336 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 40,334 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2021 40,033 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 37,244 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2020 37,244 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 33,872 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2018 30,875 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 30,875 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2017 27,034 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside front (2.4.A.3)

tyres slightly perished

Pass 9 Sep 2016 23,299 miles

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside front (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 20,072 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 17,302 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 14,777 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 13,086 miles

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

both front tyres perished

rear numberplate damaged

Pass 7 Sep 2011 11,507 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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AX08 HFV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AX08 HFV, 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 AX08 HFV registered?

AX08 HFV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is AX08 HFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX08 HFV shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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