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EK58 HDD

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,540 mi
Last recorded79,540 miles
Recorded on19 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2018 79,540 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 63,494 miles

Engine oil level low

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

General corrosion

Offside Body has slight corrosion Center of sill panal rusty (6.1.B.2)

Fail 27 Apr 2017 63,494 miles

Engine oil level low

Front Headlamp aim too low Both (1.8)

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

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

General corrosion

Offside Body has slight corrosion Center of sill panal rusty (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 May 2016 61,809 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin recommend brake inspection (3.5.1g)

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

headlamp adjuster to be kept on zero

Pass 18 May 2015 54,668 miles

osf lower arm bush starting to split

Pass 19 Aug 2014 46,938 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 35,394 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 28,639 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 20,425 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 HDD is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HDD, 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 EK58 HDD registered?

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

Is EK58 HDD safe to buy?

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