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FH57 KVG

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2023
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

79,275 mi
Last recorded79,275 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 KVG
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2022 79,275 miles

various underbody corrosion

Fail 28 Jan 2022 79,275 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

various underbody corrosion

Pass 2 Feb 2021 77,032 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Jan 2021 77,032 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner wing (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 74,639 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2019 67,535 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2019 67,534 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 59,342 miles

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

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

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

Fail 4 Jan 2018 59,342 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Speedometer cannot be illuminated. (6.7.3)

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

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2017 50,725 miles

slight play in all strut top mounts

Pass 19 Jan 2016 41,851 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 36,259 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 31,408 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 27,387 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2012 24,642 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 21,878 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2011 21,878 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

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

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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FH57 KVG is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 FH57 KVG, 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 FH57 KVG registered?

FH57 KVG is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 19 January 2008.

Is FH57 KVG safe to buy?

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