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EF08 HXG

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

63,858 mi
Last recorded63,858 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 HXG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2022 63,858 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis / bumper mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill / arch axel mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front mounting / inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Road wheel slightly distorted All road wheels inner edge (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 57,694 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 57,693 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component corroded and seriously weakened sill holed and corroded with in 30cm of rear suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 55,941 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 48,947 miles

Central Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Mar 2019 48,947 miles

Central Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 45,253 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2018 45,251 miles

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 43,091 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2016 39,187 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 36,629 miles

front tyres devoid of tread on inside edge

rear tyres perished on outer tread

Pass 4 Feb 2014 31,735 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 4 Feb 2014 31,735 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 23,203 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 22,648 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 22,648 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 14,251 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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EF08 HXG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 EF08 HXG, 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 EF08 HXG registered?

EF08 HXG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 24 June 2008.

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