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HG08 OVH

2008 Ford Ka

Blue Petrol 1299cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

69,252 mi
Last recorded69,252 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Ford Ka41,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 OVH
MakeFord
ModelKa
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,299cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 69,252 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2022 69,252 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 64,493 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 58,464 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 52,585 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 48,786 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 44,721 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 47,605 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 40,571 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 35,710 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

nearside front tyre worn on outside edge

Pass 21 Jun 2013 30,732 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 25,580 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 19,896 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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HG08 OVH is a 2008 Ford Ka in Blue with a 1,299cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HG08 OVH, 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 HG08 OVH registered?

HG08 OVH is a 2008 Ford Ka, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is HG08 OVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG08 OVH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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