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EK58 HCX

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

46,962 mi
Last recorded46,962 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK58 HCX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 46,962 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2025 43,582 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Within subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2025 43,543 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Within subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 41,783 miles

Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2024 39,046 miles

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

Fail 12 Jan 2024 39,046 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2022 37,813 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near to axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near to axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 37,813 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near to axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near to axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 36,121 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near to rear axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near to subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Near to rear axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 34,410 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 32,520 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 29,505 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 26,252 miles

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 28 Sep 2016 23,220 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edges

Fail 28 Sep 2016 23,220 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edges

Pass 21 Sep 2015 20,714 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 20,714 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2014 17,637 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 13,181 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 8,768 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 4,915 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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EK58 HCX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 EK58 HCX, 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 EK58 HCX registered?

EK58 HCX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is EK58 HCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK58 HCX shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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