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HF58 CAX

2008 Ford Ka

Black Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,557 mi
Last recorded84,557 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF58 CAX
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2018 84,557 miles

FLOOR PAN SURFACE CORROSION

FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION AND STEERING COMPONENTS CORRODED

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Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 82,713 miles

Advise both lower inner and outer sills starting to corrode

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 77,482 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Rear tyre treads are perished and out of shape

Pass 9 Sep 2015 60,371 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 60,371 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2014 47,709 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 33,689 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 4 Oct 2012 20,268 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 18,230 miles

rear tyres on near limit

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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HF58 CAX is a 2008 Ford Ka in Black with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HF58 CAX, 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 HF58 CAX registered?

HF58 CAX is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is HF58 CAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF58 CAX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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