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FH57 KWB

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

70,814 mi
Last recorded70,814 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH57 KWB
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2017 70,814 miles

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

Gearbox leaking

Nearside Front Suspension strut top mounting worn

Offside Rear tyre starting to split

Fail 6 Jan 2017 70,737 miles

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Gearbox leaking

Nearside Front Suspension strut top mounting worn

Offside Rear tyre starting to split

Pass 13 Jan 2016 67,521 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2016 67,521 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2015 66,718 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 65,193 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 Jan 2013 61,086 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 49,237 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 38,258 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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FH57 KWB is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FH57 KWB, 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 KWB registered?

FH57 KWB is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 26 January 2008.

Is FH57 KWB safe to buy?

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