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FA18 HBE

2018 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

82,844 mi
Last recorded82,844 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Ford Ka24,634 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA18 HBE
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2018
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2026 82,844 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. HANDBRAKE LEVER TRAVEL/ADJUSTMENT SLIGHTLY HIGH (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 76,633 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (INNER SIDES) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin BOTH SIDES (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3MM TYRE THREAD REMAINS (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. HANDBRAKE LEVER TRAVEL /ADJUSTMENT SLIGHTLY HIGH (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2024 70,669 miles

HANDBRAKE LEVER ADJUSTMENT SLIGHTLY HIGH

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Pass 15 Aug 2023 64,109 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 45,334 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 14 Aug 2021 22,004 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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FA18 HBE is a 2018 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2018 Ford Ka models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.2% with a typical mileage of 24,634 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 FA18 HBE, 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 8 years old, this Ford Ka is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was FA18 HBE registered?

FA18 HBE is a 2018 Ford Ka, first registered on 27 July 2018.

Is FA18 HBE safe to buy?

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