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FP08 HSU

2008 Ford Ka

Silver Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

73,123 mi
Last recorded73,123 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 HSU
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2020 73,123 miles

both rear axle bushes have slight play

n/s front wheel is lightly distorted

slight engine oil leak

Pass 6 Nov 2018 59,684 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 56,363 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre perished N/S Rear.

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS UNDER WHEEL ARCH (2.4.A.3)

Fail 2 Nov 2017 56,284 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Nearside Rear tyre perished N/S Rear.

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive CHASSIS UNDER WHEEL ARCH (2.4.A.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 50,723 miles

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis under wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2015 44,738 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Oct 2015 44,738 miles

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

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

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

Fail 29 Oct 2014 39,208 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 39,208 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 35,364 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 31,487 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 26,164 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2012 26,164 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2011 20,790 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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FP08 HSU is a 2008 Ford Ka in Silver with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FP08 HSU, 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 FP08 HSU registered?

FP08 HSU is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is FP08 HSU safe to buy?

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