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FY58 CHH

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2019
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

84,296 mi
Last recorded84,296 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 CHH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2018 84,296 miles

Both rear trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (7.1.2)

Fuel filter housing corroded

General chassis and sill corrosion

Pass 24 Jan 2017 73,612 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear corrosion to body around fuel filler

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (2.4.G.2)

eml light on dash

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 17 Jan 2017 73,609 miles

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

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

Fuel tank leaking hole in tank caused by corrosion (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear corrosion to body around fuel filler

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (2.4.G.2)

eml light on dash

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 8 Jan 2016 62,038 miles

Both rear axle bushes split but not resulting in excessive movement

Exhaust corroded

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

Fail 5 Jan 2016 61,859 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Both rear axle bushes split but not resulting in excessive movement

Exhaust corroded

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

Fail 6 Jan 2015 52,723 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)

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

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

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner sidewall (suspect flat tyre previous)

slight corrosion to floor

Pass 6 Jan 2015 52,723 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)

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner sidewall (suspect flat tyre previous)

slight corrosion to floor

Pass 14 Jan 2014 42,121 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Jan 2014 42,121 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2013 32,395 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2013 32,395 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 30,242 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 24,077 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 24,077 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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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FY58 CHH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 FY58 CHH, 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 FY58 CHH registered?

FY58 CHH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 5 September 2008.

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