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FV58 MHZ

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,803 mi
Last recorded84,803 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV58 MHZ
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 84,803 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers - thus not allowing full inspection

Front & Rear coil springs are corroded

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Dec 2025 84,802 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers - thus not allowing full inspection

Front & Rear coil springs are corroded

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Dec 2024 81,429 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2023 78,769 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2023 78,769 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 76,249 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Under body corrosion

Fail 30 Dec 2022 76,249 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust system deteriorated

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Under body corrosion

Pass 10 Dec 2021 71,790 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 68,413 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 65,644 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2019 65,644 miles

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 61,978 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 57,876 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 53,526 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 48,074 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 48,074 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 42,471 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 37,963 miles

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

both rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 11 Dec 2012 32,633 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 27,936 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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FV58 MHZ is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 FV58 MHZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV58 MHZ registered?

FV58 MHZ is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 December 2008.

Is FV58 MHZ safe to buy?

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