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FH08 MRV

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

77,340 mi
Last recorded77,340 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 MRV
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 77,340 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

both floor to sills, rear inner sills & offside outer sill are corroded

Fail 13 Jun 2019 77,306 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split at ends (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective split at ends (3.4 (b) (i))

both floor to sills, rear inner sills & offside outer sill are corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2018 71,636 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 65,511 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 65,511 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2016 61,105 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2016 60,985 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 48,836 miles

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

front wheels are different size to the rear wheels

Fail 10 Jun 2015 48,793 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b) DANGEROUS

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

front wheels are different size to the rear wheels

Pass 1 Jul 2014 37,621 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 29,139 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 29,139 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jun 2012 23,165 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 16,320 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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FH08 MRV is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FH08 MRV, 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 FH08 MRV registered?

FH08 MRV is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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