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FL08 HJY

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

78,652 mi
Last recorded78,652 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 HJY
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2018 78,652 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2018 78,348 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2017 66,615 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 66,613 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2016 59,422 miles

Nearside Rear tyre scrubbed

Fail 14 Dec 2016 59,420 miles

Nearside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear tyre scrubbed

Pass 2 Dec 2015 53,006 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 47,020 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 40,686 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 34,753 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 34,753 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2011 17,498 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 15,192 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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FL08 HJY is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 FL08 HJY, 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 FL08 HJY registered?

FL08 HJY is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is FL08 HJY safe to buy?

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