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HF57 CDX

2008 Ford Ka

Grey Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

84,173 mi
Last recorded84,173 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2023
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF57 CDX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2023 84,173 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 73,426 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 65,871 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2021 65,842 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jan 2020 59,871 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges.

Hazard warning tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective Spit on ends. (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 55,377 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 47,836 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2017 44,766 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 44,766 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 40,679 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2015 35,702 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2014 25,671 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)

Pass 18 Jan 2013 8,746 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2012 7,926 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jan 2012 7,926 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 7,268 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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HF57 CDX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Grey with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 HF57 CDX, 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 HF57 CDX registered?

HF57 CDX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 18 June 2008.

Is HF57 CDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF57 CDX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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