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HD57 JHL

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

21,843 mi
Last recorded21,843 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD57 JHL
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 21,843 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn slightly soft (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn slightly soft (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 15,780 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2018 15,777 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2017 14,725 miles

Offside Front tyre starting to crack

Pass 25 May 2016 13,858 miles

Offside Front tyre starting to crack

Pass 18 May 2015 13,448 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 12,613 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Slight cut in nearside fron tyre outter side wall

Pass 17 May 2013 12,036 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s/f tyre is badly perrished

n/s/r tyre is badly perrished

o/s/f tyre is badly perrished

o/s/r tyre is badly perrished

Pass 17 May 2012 11,569 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 11,539 miles

bonnet damaged still secure in closed position

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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HD57 JHL is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HD57 JHL, 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 HD57 JHL registered?

HD57 JHL is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is HD57 JHL safe to buy?

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