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CK08 HFP

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

37,658 mi
Last recorded37,658 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK08 HFP
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2016 37,658 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both o/s and n/s on inner surfaces (3.5.1i)

Front windscreen score at top of screen both o/s and n/s

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear wheel trim insecurely fitted which can cause damage to tyre valve

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

Fail 10 Dec 2016 37,668 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split at end (8.2.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both o/s and n/s on inner surfaces (3.5.1i)

Front windscreen score at top of screen both o/s and n/s

Nearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Nearside Rear wheel trim insecurely fitted which can cause damage to tyre valve

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

Pass 10 Dec 2015 34,118 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 32,627 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 11 Dec 2014 32,627 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Dec 2013 28,191 miles

Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

both rear tyres perished on sidewalls

Pass 8 Dec 2012 24,029 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear tyres cracks in sidewalls

Fail 8 Dec 2012 24,029 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

Offside Rear Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

fuel filter corroded

rear tyres cracks in sidewalls

Fail 3 Dec 2011 20,117 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 3 Dec 2011 20,117 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack

Pass 11 Dec 2010 16,580 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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CK08 HFP is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 CK08 HFP, 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 CK08 HFP registered?

CK08 HFP is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is CK08 HFP safe to buy?

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