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EJ08 HFD

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2020
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

84,421 mi
Last recorded84,421 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ08 HFD
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Oct 2020 84,421 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn axle bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner flitches corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Apr 2019 75,400 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 67,377 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2017 58,770 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2017 58,770 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2016 49,471 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm on inside edge 195/45/16v (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 41,235 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 31,826 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 22,631 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 18,440 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 12,020 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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EJ08 HFD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 EJ08 HFD, 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 EJ08 HFD registered?

EJ08 HFD is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is EJ08 HFD safe to buy?

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