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EA58 HBU

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2021
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,235 mi
Last recorded39,235 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA58 HBU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2020 39,235 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Nov 2019 36,480 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 9 Oct 2018 33,016 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2018 33,013 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2017 29,828 miles

nearside front tyre worn

Pass 27 Oct 2016 26,383 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 23,075 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail

nearside rear, offside rear, nearside front tyres perished

Pass 10 Nov 2014 20,289 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Nov 2013 17,442 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 14,305 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2012 14,305 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 9,440 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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EA58 HBU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EA58 HBU, 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 EA58 HBU registered?

EA58 HBU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is EA58 HBU safe to buy?

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