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FL58 HKN

2008 Ford Ka

Orange Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

55,436 mi
Last recorded55,436 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL58 HKN
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2019 55,436 miles

Rear Wiper Split

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front Brake Discs Heavily Grooved And Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake slack adjuster advise adjustment Handbrake High (1.1.18 (a))

Corrosion Present Around Fuel Filler Cap

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Lower Engine/Gearbox Mount Worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Minor Engine Oil Leak Present (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Minor Gearbox Oil Leak Present (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear Tyres Have Light Cracks Present Int Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Mid Sill/Door Shut Edges Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Vehicle Underside Sills Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced O/S/R Inner Wheel Arch Corroded Around Rear Bumper Mounting Point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Jun 2019 55,436 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both Front Dipped Beams Require Adjustment (4.1.2 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front Brake Discs Heavily Grooved And Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake slack adjuster advise adjustment Handbrake High (1.1.18 (a))

Corrosion Present Around Fuel Filler Cap

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Lower Engine/Gearbox Mount Worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Minor Engine Oil Leak Present (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Minor Gearbox Oil Leak Present (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Wiper Split

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear Tyres Have Light Cracks Present Int Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Mid Sill/Door Shut Edges Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both Vehicle Underside Sills Corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced O/S/R Inner Wheel Arch Corroded Around Rear Bumper Mounting Point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 49,826 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 46,753 miles

Offside sill corroded outer

corroded around fuel cap

Pass 19 Aug 2016 43,409 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 39,036 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 38,982 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 33,437 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 29,153 miles

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

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2012 23,084 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 23,084 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 16,526 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting 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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FL58 HKN is a 2008 Ford Ka in Orange with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FL58 HKN, 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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FL58 HKN is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 12 September 2008.

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