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FH08 WMJ

2008 Ford Ka

Red Petrol 1599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2025
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

27,082 mi
Last recorded27,082 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 WMJ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,599cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2024 27,082 miles

Inner wheel arch corroded/surface rust - nearside front and offside front

Reverse lamp inoperative

Fail 25 Jun 2024 27,082 miles

Inner wheel arch corroded/surface rust - nearside front and offside front

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Reverse lamp inoperative

Pass 27 Jun 2023 25,073 miles

Inner wheel arch corroded/surface rust - nearside front and offside front

Fail 27 Jun 2023 25,073 miles

Headlamp aim too low nearside front and offside front (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam offside front (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Inner wheel arch corroded/surface rust - nearside front and offside front

Pass 21 Jun 2022 22,975 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2021 20,950 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2021 20,950 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2020 19,340 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 17,814 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2019 17,806 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive 5th gear gasket leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pas pressure switch (2.1.5 (a))

reverse light n/w

Pass 20 Jun 2018 15,892 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 14,699 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 13,085 miles

Front wipers smearing

Pass 27 Jun 2015 11,865 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 10,741 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 9,422 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 9,422 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 8,222 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2011 6,268 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 WMJ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Red with a 1,599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 FH08 WMJ, 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 WMJ registered?

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

Is FH08 WMJ safe to buy?

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