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FG08 HFA

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

50,739 mi
Last recorded50,739 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 HFA
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 50,739 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2023 50,739 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2022 45,409 miles

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

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

Pass 6 May 2021 40,481 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 38,231 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 34,668 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 31,067 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 28,394 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 27,020 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 27,020 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Mar 2015 22,715 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2015 22,715 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 18,894 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 16,614 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2012 12,096 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2011 8,557 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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FG08 HFA is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FG08 HFA, 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 FG08 HFA registered?

FG08 HFA is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is FG08 HFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 HFA shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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